Meat Prep Cutting Board

[jlazar]

I have been covering my wooden cutting board with aluminum foil when prepping brisket, pork butt and ribs. Then, anything not saved for tallow or sausage gets wrapped in the foil and placed in the freezer until garbage pickup day. However, I usually get a few tears in the foil while trimming the meat. I would really like to find a good large plastic board to use just for prepping meats and keep the wooden ones for carving/serving. Does anyone have a recommendation of a good plastic board? How large would you recommend? Or do you have a better idea on what I should do?

[Donw]

I have been using the 24x18 inch 3/4” deep version of this for about eight years now. They make a larger one if needed. Very satisfied with it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M0N2XC8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

[jlazar]

You often hear folks say they wish they had bought a larger smoker. Do you ever wish you had the larger board?

[Donw]

Not really. Bigger usually means harder to store, and this one fits perfectly on our wire shelves in the pantry.

[clb239]

If you have an Academy sports near you I found both of these there...

https://www.academy.com/p/hardcore-carnivore-cutting-boards-30-pack

https://www.academy.com/p/outdoor-18x24in-gourmet-cutting-board

Even with shipping they are cheaper than comparable items from Amazon.

I really like the disposable cutting boards.

clb239

[jlazar]

We do have several Academy's. I will take a look at them.

[clb239]

I will add that the large cutting board is somewhat heavy and a pain to wash in a kitchen sink.

[TripleB]

Yes, disposable cutting boards are great. They're used religiously in competition. Just no time to constantly clean your board(s). Easy to use, toss when done.

[acorgihouse]

I can't recommend one, I have a couple that have been living here a long time. They are likely Target acquisitions, very functional. My only tip: I like to run mine through the dishwasher. My sanitation lust is best remedied that way, rather than the sink. If you are same, measure your dw parameters in advance of purchase. Eyeballing won't suffice.

[Santamarina]

I use a wood cutting board. Science says wood is more antimicrobial than any other surface, so it’s safer to use wood!

[Finster]

^^^^this

[TripleB]

Regardless of what material your board is made of, if you wash it and take care of it properly, then there are really no issues. I keep a clean board when I cook.

[MBMorgan]

OXO makes some really good boards (many with juice grooves). The ones I've had work really well, last a long time, and aren't real pricey.

[johnec00]

I use this 18" X 24" plastic cutting board for brisket and other large cuts like chuck roll

https://www.amazon.com/Winco-CBWT-1824-Cutting-Board-2-Inch/dp/B001DI5VCA/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2RJ4W1ADB2FLO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-yXQhx0IX2r_NPwxICFkj8rI16jbqklz02fy2191SR9867eJMhgrxs2xrqND7quBa1BGBBAQXEraW604padV5Due4uf8FKDG7mMMy8pGpoZ9RycE44S6gvxXWdvkswLmvd7FTs4f6gA2thX3At2ReqjOA2TvJgkuPG73BvSm8kKyxVaH9a0RZcO2Q-w9_LFHGmHsgSqlEOD5LjXgDnmDdwiQlyga0FO6r_dzsNhw_G_QJpIuX6VZkcpQ1ii4_yrCTP52B5jPZ-3OrhG0IE-HroEo7NGaOUgpELpkA1Nbe1o.Tw9fe8ql0MmzsT67_5qtZqRLP2ko4XN0NjkCCHMlt7A&dib_tag=se&keywords=large%2Bcutting%2Bboards%2Bfor%2Bkitchen%2B24x18&qid=1721364225&sprefix=large%2Bcutting%2Bboards%2Bfor%2Bkitchen%2B24x18%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-5&th=1

[acorgihouse]

This looks exactly like one of mine. Many years old, still going strong.

[Bkhuna]

Not all plastic cutting boards are created. Some are too soft and some are blade killers. For meat, I have the large Oxo. Lays flat in the sink for a quick bleach spritz, scrub, and rinse. For veggies, it's a wooden Boos board.

[Mosca]

For big meat prep I use the big disposable cutting boards that clb239 recommends. I can’t second them highly enough; there is plenty of room, they hold drippings, and when I’m done they wrap up and go in the garbage.

When I need a large surface and those are impractical, I have a set of 3 different sized white plastic boards that I got years ago. Like acorgihouse, I run them through the dishwasher.

A few years back I found a company that cut that white plastic to order, and I had them cut a piece to fit a table that I planned to use as a prep table for my cookers. I wound up not needing that, but I do have a 20”x42” cutting board, if I ever change my mind.

[STEbbq]

This board is the one I have had saved on my wish list forever. The spikes, slope, and deep grooves for juices make it a standout. It is also the cheapest I have seen it in months at $18 for an extra large board.

https://a.co/d/g5GdtvE

[Deeremaxx]

Thanks for the link!

[Mosca]

I have one of those. I never use it, though, because it is a single purpose roast serving board; it’s stored away, and I always forget about it! When I do remember it, though, it is very useful.

[Mosca]

I forget where I got this, but there are companies that will make them to whatever size you want. I decided not to use the table as a prep table, but that piece of plastic cleans to pure white with some Clorox and a scrubby.

[Bad Hat BBQ]

You can custom order, in various materials & sizes

Composite Black Richlite Cutting Board - 24 x 18 x 1/4

I ordered a brown richlite that fits on top of my outdoor tool chest....it has worked great (only wish I went a bit thicker)

[DogFaced PonySoldier]

I'm curious why you don't use your wooden board? I use mine all the time - you just trying to keep it looking pristine or what?

[Mosca]

I like the disposable boards because the sides fold up, giving a huge surface with borders that hold in any stray juices and rub sprinkling. It’s definitely easier cleanup, and I think (but don’t know) that it’s more sanitary as well, what with keeping everything on the board.

[jlazar]

I cover mine for ease of cleanup when trimming. But it isnt an expensive board and not as large as I would like for trimming a brisket or multiple ribs. So, I want a larger plastic board (or possibly disposable) for trimming and keeping the cheap wooden one for slicing and serving.

[bbqLuv]

I got the Drip EZ prep tub and used it for most of my BBQ prep and carving.

https://bbqdripez.com/collections/prep-tub