How to Sharpen a Vegetable Peeler
Keeping your vegetable peeler in good condition is important for prepping meals efficiently and safely. Fortunately, there are simple yet effective ways of sharpening a dull blade and getting it back to its former glory.
Step 1: Gather the required materials
In order to sharpen your vegetable peeler, you will need some sandpaper of varying grit, a plastic cutting board, and vegetable oil.
Step 2: Prep your workspace
Start by laying down your plastic cutting board on a flat surface. This surface must be free of any sharp objects that may gouge the blade of your peeler.
Step 3: Sand the blade
Take your sandpaper and, starting with a coarser grit, gently rub it over the blade and its corners. Do this to all angles for about a hundred strokes or until you begin to see small particles of metal on the sandpaper.
Step 4: Use finer grit sandpaper
Using a finer grit sandpaper, repeat the process from the previous step. This will reduce any gaps and burrs on the blade and give it a smoother finish.
Step 5: Wipe away metal particles
Once you are done sanding the blade, use a soft cloth to wipe off the blade and remove any metal particles.
Step 6: Oil the blade
To complete the sharpening process, add a few drops of vegetable oil to the blade and its handle. Move it around the blade to evenly distribute the oil and protect the metal from further corrosion.
Conclusion
Sharpening a vegetable peeler is a simple task that anyone can do in their home. All it requires are some basic materials and a little bit of time. Be sure to follow the steps outlined above in order to get the best possible results.
