Even if your ginger has dried out, shriveled, or started sprouting, don’t toss it away — you can transform it into a powerful natural cleaner. By combining leftover ginger with baking soda, you get an affordable, eco-friendly, and safe cleaning solution.
Ingredients
- Dried, soft, or sprouted ginger, sliced thinly or chopped into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda per cup of ginger
- Boiling water
Instructions
1. Chop the ginger into small bits.
2. Place it in a clean container, then add the baking soda.
3. Pour boiling water over the ginger and mix well to help extract the gingerol.
4. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.
5. Strain the mixture and pour the liquid into a spray bottle.
And that’s it — you’ve made a simple, healthy, all-purpose cleaner!
Recommended uses:
Kitchen and stovetop grease: Spray on greasy surfaces and let it sit before wiping; the baking soda cuts through grease with ease.
Metal fixtures and faucets with mineral buildup: Spray, leave for 10–15 minutes, then scrub lightly — the baking soda removes deposits while ginger brings shine.
