Do you love making plant based milk ? Also you don’t like throwing the pulp in garbage. If yes, then you are absolutely at the right place.
In this article you will learn different ways to use the leftover pulp of a plant based milk. To be honest I think we all really hate throwing the pulp but most of the time also like to have a very smooth vegan milk.
The pulp from any plant based milk is fibrous in nature. So, throwing the scraps of plant based milk is not a good thing. There are many health benefits of fiber like it helps to improve digestion, reduces constipation, regulates bowel movements etc.
You can also check out these 15 High fiber foods that you should add in your diet.
I started making plant based milk few years ago, that same time I learned to use their pulp in different ways. So, here I complied every way that I learned to use to the leftover pulp from plant based milk.
Firstly let’s know what are some common plant based milk that lefts the pulp. Because not every plant based milk has the need to strain it like cashew milk.
Well there are many types of plant based that you can make at home. Like you can turn almost every seed, nut or grains into a plant based milk. But let’s check out some of them.
- Coconut milk
- Oat milk
- Sesame milk
- Peanut milk
- Hemp milk
- Flax milk
- Quinoa milk
- Hazelnut milk and many more.
9 DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE LEFTOVER PULP OF PLANT BASED MILK :
1. Use It As It Is :
The most easy way to use the pulp of any plant based milk it to never strain it. You can blend it as smooth as possible so that no big chunks are left.
You can do this by a simple trick, instead of adding all the water at the same time in your blender jar. You can firstly add your nut, seed or grain then add little water
For example If you want to add 500 ml water to make the milk, you can firstly add around 80-100 ml water and then blend to make a very smooth paste.
After a smooth paste is made you can add the rest of water and again blend. Then pour the milk in a glass or bottle without straining it.
Though this method does not claim that your milk will be very smooth but yes it makes sure that no big chunks are there. Also I think small chunks are fine some times.
2. Make Pancakes :
You can also make delicious pancakes with the pulp. Add some other ingredient like sweet dates, maple syrup, honey, banana, lots of vegetables etc.
Also you can add the pulp to any flour to make the pancake. So, I’ll share a simple recipe to make pancakes with the pulp.
You can replace the ingredients according to your choice and use the quantity of ingredients according to the quantity of pulp you have. Check out the recipe.
For the sweet version :
Ingredients :
- Pulp of plant based milk
- Banana – 1
- Maple syrup – 1 tsp
- Soft dates ( remove pit ) – 2
- Any flour ( plain, almond or whole wheat etc ) – as needed
Directions :
- Take the small grinding jar
- Add all the ingredients except the flour
- Grind for about 30 seconds to make sure everything is properly mixed
- Take out the mixture in a bowl
- Add some flour to it ( We added the flour to make sure our pancakes bind well and do not break )
- Heat a flat pan on medium flame
- You can a little butter
- Then spread the pancake and flip it after 1-2 minute
- Cook it on the other side
- Both sides should be properly cooked
- Then remove it and add your favorite toppings.
Delicious plant based milk pulp pancakes are ready.
For the salty or spicy version :
Ingredients :
- Plant based milk pulp
- Grated or chopped vegetables – 1 cup
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Pepper – 1 tsp
- Flour – as needed
Directions :
- In a bowl add pulp
- You can add vegetables of your choice like carrot, cabbage, tomatoes etc
- Add salt, pepper and mix everything
- Then add some flour to adjust the consistency
- Make the pancakes the same way as mentioned above.
3. Use It As Stuffing :
Use the leftover pulp as a stuffing ingredient. You can add the pulp as an additional ingredient to your stuffing.
When you make stuffing for mushrooms, dumplings or any other stuffed meal you can add the pulp in it. Make sure to properly squeeze out the milk. So, that you are left with a little dry pulp.
4. Make Healthy Energy Balls :
Make delicious energy balls using the leftover pulp. You can add other healthy ingredients like dates, dried berries, seeds or nuts. Trust me these balls taste so good. Check out this simple recipe to make them
Ingredients :
- Pulp of plant based milk
- Soft dates – 4
- Honey or maple syrup – 1 tbsp
- Cocoa powder – 1 tbsp
- Chocolate chips – 1 tbsp
- Dried nuts
- Dried berries
Directions :
- In a blending jar add pulp
- Then add soft dates, honey or maple syrup
- Add cocoa powder and blend for about 15-20 second
- Everything should be combined well
- Take it out in a bowl
- Add dried nuts, berries and chocolate chips and mix it
- Take out small portion out of the dough and make balls.
Your yummy and healthy energy balls are ready.
5. Use in Cookie dough to make cookies :
Use the pulp of any plant based milk while making homemade cookies. Add the pulp in your cookie dough along with other ingredients.
Simply make sure your pulp is dry. You can also spread the pulp in a flat tray to let it dry. Then you can use it in your cookies. It does not matter what cookies you are making the pulp will definitely add more fiber to your cookies.
6. Add To The Bread :
If you love to bake breads at home. Then you can also use the pulp in your homemade breads. Simply add the pulp to the bread dough.
As I also said above the pulp should be dry because we do not want to make anything mushy after all. You won’t even feel that you have added the pulp because the bread is going to cook at high temperature.
So, above are some simple ways to use the leftover pulp of your homemade plant based milk. Not only these are the only ways but seriously you can add the pulp to any food.
Also the best thing about healthy foods is not only you can eat them but you can also add them to your beauty routine.
Check out some simple ways to use the pulp of any plant based milk in your beauty routine.
7. Make Exfoliating Scrubs :
As the plant based milk pulp is fibrous in nature. This makes them a great ingredient to exfoliate your skin in a gentle way.
You can use the pulp as body scrub to remove dead skin cells, make your skin soft, glowing and healthy. See this simple recipe to make this amazing scrub.
Ingredients :
- Plant based milk pulp
- Honey – 1 tsp
- Aloe vera gel – 1 tbsp
- Coconut oil – 1 tsp
- Vitamin E – 1 capsule
If you are a vegan, Then you can definitely skip the honey.
Directions :
- In a bowl add the pulp
- Then add all the above ingredients and mix
- Use this scrub on your body in circular motion
- Then wash it with plain water
- Your skin will feel so good and smooth.
8. Diy Face Mask :
Not only you can use the pulp on your body as a scrub but you can also make your diy face mask using the pulp. See this simple recipe to make it
Ingredients :
- Plant based milk pulp
- Aloe vera gel – 1 tbsp
- Rose water – 1 tbsp
- Honey – 1 tsp
Directions :
- In a grinding jar add pulp
- Add all the other ingredients
- Grind them for few seconds to make sure everything is properly mixed
- Apply this mask on your face for about 8-10 minutes
- Then wash it. Your skin will become glowing and soft.
9. Make Hair Mask :
The way you can use the pulp for your face and body the same way you can also use the pulp on your hair too. Let’s see the recipe to make homemade hair mask
Ingredients :
- Plant based milk pulp
- Banana – 1/2
- Honey – 1 tbsp
- Aloe vera gel – 1 tbsp
- Vitamin E – 1 capsule
- Lavender essential oil – 2 drops ( optional )
Directions :
- In a grinding jar add the pulp
- Add banana and grind it for about 10-15 seconds to make a paste
- Then add the paste to a bowl
- Add other ingredients and mix
- Applying this hair mask from roots to ends
- Keep it for 15-20 minutes
- Then wash your hair
You will feel your hair smooth, nourished and soft.
FINAL THOUGHTS :
So, all the above are some simple ways to use the leftover pulp of any plant based milk. Though it looks like a waste but actually it is not a waste.
Pulp is also the part of seed, grain or nut which are rich in healthy fats and fiber. That is why it is so beneficial to use them.
