My grandmother has always recycled mozzarella water, now I do it too: what savings and what results!
Mozzarella water is very valuable, woe betide you if you throw it away!
We know very well that it is a spontaneous gesture, we empty the buffalo, the fior di latte, etc., directly into the sink, but it is a mistake.
Our grandmothers did not waste anything and saved it, in fact they recycled it in various ways.
To better understand the motivations behind these healthy habits, we must consider that mozzarella water is a natural preservative liquid, essential to maintain the freshness of fresh cheese. Thanks to its presence, it does not harden or dry out, and is also protected from the aggression of pathogens that could compromise its health. It is composed of spinning, that is, rennet dissolved in water, or salt, citric or acetic acid. It is rich in amino acids and proteins, it is a non-negligible source of minerals and lactic ferments and it is a thickener.
Let’s see how we can make the most of it.
Mozzarella water should never be thrown away: here’s why.
Mozzarella water can be transformed into a very useful ingredient in the kitchen , so much so that it was once called the government liquid, because it reigned over the creation of many recipes.
Among grandmother’s various tricks, we cannot forget the one that sees her as the protagonist in the preparation of a risotto: try replacing it with butter or cheese, it will make your recipe even creamier. Or again, again with rice, we can prepare an extraordinary dessert: boil it in the water of the elongated mozzarella, add sugar and cinnamon. When the mixture has completely absorbed the cooking liquid, transfer it to a cake pan and bake until golden brown. The result is a light and compact cake, nutritious but very digestible, one of those that belong to the vein of poor dishes, so rich in flavor and benefits.
We can also use it to cook pasta , but in this case it replaces salt, so let’s not add it. Or as an alternative to water, when we prepare a dough for leavened products such as bread and focaccia. The result will be softer and airier than usual.
But that’s not all: mozzarella water is also sovereign when it comes to gardening.
Pour it into the watering can and dilute it with plain water. The liquid, enriched with trace elements very useful for growth, will act as a natural fertilizer and feed our vegetation optimally.
On the other hand, let’s avoid giving it to our four-legged friends instead of plain water. It contains too much salt that could damage the urinary tract.
For everything else, let’s remember to never throw it away again!