Can both raw and cooked food can be thawed in the same sink or containers?

It is not recommended to thaw raw and cooked food in the same sink or containers due to the risk of cross-contamination.

When raw meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs are thawed, they can release juices that contain harmful bacteria. If these juices come into contact with cooked food, it can contaminate the cooked food and make it unsafe to eat.

To safely thaw food, it is best to thaw it in the refrigerator or under cold running water. If you must thaw food in the sink, be sure to use separate sinks or containers for raw and cooked food. Also, be sure to thoroughly disinfect the sink and any utensils that came into contact with raw meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs before using them to prepare other food.