Crushing Eggs and Bananas on Shabbat
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Question
Hello Rabbi,
Is it permissible to mash eggs or fruits such as bananas on Shabbat using a spoon or fork, or is it necessary to change the tool, such as turning the tool over, or in the person, such as mashing with a change?
Thank you very much.
Answer
Peace and blessings
It is permissible to mash eggs with a fork or knife, as there is no prohibition from a halachic perspective on grinding them, since they are not products of the ground. The prohibition is only on grinding them with a regular grinding tool.
Bananas and other fruits and vegetables may not be mashed except with two changes, such as using the back of a knife on a table, or a tool not commonly used for mashing.
For a baby, it is permissible to mash with one change, such as using the back of a knife even on a regular plate.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 321, S"K 25
Azmera Leshimcha 208
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