The best way to clean a knife is by hand in soapy water. This is true for stainless steel, carbon steel, and ceramic knives. Here's how.
Total Time2 minutesmins
Author: Jim Stonos
Equipment
Kitchen knife
Scrub sponge, dishcloth, or kitchen rag
Materials
1drizzledish soap(Any dish soap will work)
Instructions
Apply soap on both sides of the blade and let it sit for 20 seconds. Use a scrub sponge, a wet dish cloth, or a soapy rag. Don’t scrub the knife too hard and never use stainless steel scrub pads as you risk damaging the surface of the blade.
Rinse the knife under running water. Rinse the knife under running water. Make sure that there’s no bits and pieces of food left on the blade and drain all debris in the kitchen sink.
Wipe the knife dry. Dry your knife using a clean towel immediately after you’re done cleaning it. Rust can easily form on the edge of your blade if you leave the knife to air dry.
Hold the knife safely by its handle and carefully at all times. Keep the blade pointing away from you and your fingers. Avoid touching or wiping it in ways that could end up cutting you. Make slow and steady movements without applying too much strength or pressure.