But what to do with the part that we don’t eat: the skin… Are you throwing it away? Too bad, because it can still be used. And what’s more, it smells really good. So, what to do with these orange peels so as not to lose them? It was my grandmother who gave me her tips for reusing them at home. You’ll see, it’s super easy and really economical. Here are 4 simple tips for recycling orange peels without wasting them and saving money . Look : Summary 1. Put them in a bottle to clean the house Have you ever smelled the delicious aroma that comes from peeling oranges? This is because the zest contains hundreds of small reservoirs that expel a fragrant oil whenever you bend or tear it. These skins therefore contain an excellent natural perfume to use. It would be a shame to deprive yourself of it…it’s 100% free! One of my favorite uses is to submerge them in my bottle of white vinegar . For what ? Because they release their scent into the vinegar to flavor it naturally. And it’s great! Because, between us, alcohol vinegar still smells super strong. And what’s better than cleaning with a product that smells good ? Obviously, it also works with other citrus fruits: Lemon, grapefruit, bergamot… 2. To flavor your drinks In the same way, you can give your drinks a good taste. But there is one condition: use organic orange zest. Personally, I love putting it in my glass of water to give it a nice taste. I also put some in the bottle that I take to work. It’s perfect for anyone who doesn’t like drinking plain water. At least with this little recipe, the flavor is natural and not full of sugar. 3. To flavor loose tea Another little trick that I stole from my grandmother. I cut a piece of orange peel into small cubes. Then, I put them in my tightly closed pot of loose black tea . After a few days, the tea takes on a super pleasant orange taste. Want another little gourmet tip? Also add a little bergamot zest…it’s incredible! And for those who don’t have time to wait, dip a few organic orange peels into your cup of hot tea. The result is the same: a light natural orange taste. Do you like this trick ? Receive the best ones every morning. It’s free. No spam, promised, sworn, spit! Join us ! >> Already 3 million readers! 4. To deodorize the house Fresh or dried, orange peels always smell good. It is therefore a natural and inexpensive way to perfume the house. Cut the peels into strips and place them in a bowl. Then, place the cup in the room you want to deodorize. The scent lasts approximately 1 week. And then, you can improve the scent by adding a cinnamon stick, cloves or mint, for example. Do you know what I love? It is to put the zest in a saucepan of very hot water. I let it simmer so that the scent diffuses throughout the kitchen. A bit like a potpourri of sorts.
