Not resistant to high temperatures: Bamboo skewers are prone to burn or break at high temperatures, especially when the fire is too strong or the barbecue time is too long. This may cause inconvenience during the barbecue process and even affect the integrity and taste of the ingredients.
Reuse issues: Bamboo skewers are generally not recommended for reuse because they may be contaminated during the barbecue process and are not easy to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Reusing bamboo skewers may increase food safety risks.
Sharp parts may hurt people: The tip of the bamboo skewers may pierce fingers or mouths during barbecue and eating. Although this can be avoided through correct use and careful operation, it is still a potential safety hazard.
Not suitable for long-term barbecue: Due to the flammability and high temperature resistance of bamboo skewers, they may not be suitable for long-term, slow-fire barbecue methods. This limits the types and styles of barbecue.
Environmental impact: Although bamboo skewers are environmentally friendly materials, the large-scale use of disposable bamboo skewers will still have a certain impact on the environment. Although bamboo is renewable, resources are consumed and carbon emissions are generated during felling, processing and transportation.
May contain impurities: Some poor quality bamboo sticks may contain impurities or residues, which may pose a threat to food safety. Therefore, when choosing bamboo sticks, you should give priority to products with reliable quality.