What to do with water from boiled potatoes? If it has ended up in the sink by now, it’s a mistake. Despite the appearance, it hides many ways of use that are worth knowing. You can use it in the kitchen, in gardening and even in personal care.

Potatoes they are an important component of Slovak cuisine. We eat them boiled, fried, baked, as an ingredient in fillings for dumplings, salads, dumplings, soups or as a side dish for dinner. There are really plenty of options and each of them is delicious. However, by far the most traditional form, which often appears on our plates on Sundays, is boiled potatoes with butter, sometimes sprinkled with chives, served with a favorite salad and a firm steak. However, not everyone realizes that it is not worth pouring out the water after cooking. It turns out that it hides many interesting properties.

Is potato water suitable for potted plants? More than

Do not spill the water in which you cook the potatoes. Although it may sound a little unusual, you will use it in many different ways.

  • First of all, it is a rich source of vitamins (A, E, K, B) and minerals (potassium and phosphorus), which your potted plants will definitely appreciate.
  • After draining the potatoes, let it cool and then use it to water the flowers, which need potassium and phosphorus for proper growth.

Use it instead of fertilizer and your plants will come alive in no time.

WARNING! Only unsalted water is suitable for watering plants. Therefore, if you plan to use it, do not forget to do so. Salt can have an adverse effect on flowers.

What to do with water from boiled potatoes? It can be used for personal care

Boiled potato water can also be used in care. You can use it (unsalted of course) for:

  • soaking feet or hands – 20 minutes is enough and they will be significantly smoother and softer (it is good that the water is slightly warm)
  • to rinse your hair to make your hair even stronger and smoother – ideal for covering gray hair and roots (use after cooling and washing with shampoo)

What can the water from boiled potatoes be used for? Use it in the kitchen

Of course, it doesn’t end there because you can also use water from boiled potatoes in the kitchen.

  • Only 2-3 tablespoons are enough to thicken and slightly enhance the taste of the sauce.
  • In addition, it can also be used as a basis for a tasty and healthy broth or other soup, or as an ingredient in mashed potatoes.
  • Some people use it to soak dried vegetables.

So there are really plenty of options.

Add to the orchid pot. You won’t spill it anymore. Good florists use this trick