Even if your ginger has dried out, shriveled, or started sprouting, don’t throw it away — you can transform it into a powerful, eco-friendly cleaner using just baking soda and boiling water.
Ingredients
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Dried, soft, or sprouted ginger (sliced thinly or chopped)
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1 tablespoon of baking soda per cup of ginger
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Boiling water
Instructions
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Chop the ginger into small bits.
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Place it in a clean container and add the baking soda.
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Pour boiling water over the ginger and mix well to help extract the gingerol.
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Let it sit for 15 minutes.
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Strain the mixture and pour the liquid into a spray bottle.
✨ That’s it — you now have a natural, all-purpose household cleaner!
Recommended Uses
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Kitchen grease & stovetops: Spray, let sit, and wipe — baking soda breaks down grease.
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Metal fixtures: Spray and scrub after 10–15 mins for shine and mineral removal.
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Spice jars: Cuts through sticky dust without harsh chemicals.
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Dishes & utensils: Deodorizes and breaks grease, gentle on hands.
🌿 Why It Works
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Baking soda: A natural degreaser and alkaline surface cleaner.
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Gingerol (from ginger): Offers antibacterial, deodorizing, and disinfecting power — even in old or sprouted ginger.
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