"It may not be as bad for the environment as using single-use coffee pods every day. However, there is something extremely satisfying about repurposing an ingredient for something new instead of throwing it straight into the trash. There are many different ways that you can reuse coffee grounds, from adding them to fertilizer and using them as insect repellent to turning them into a skin exfoliant."
"Unless you're planning to use your leftover coffee grounds right away, you'll want to dehydrate them. That way, you can simply keep them in a jar in your pantry alongside other ingredients like spices and cocoa powder and use them whenever inspiration strikes you. If you don't have a dehydrator, you can just put them in the oven for a few hours at around 200 F to remove the residual moisture."
"Just as coffee can deepen the earthy taste of grilled steak or pork tenderloin, so too can it deepen the taste of a hearty stew or chili. It has a depth of flavor that can be the unsung hero weaving through the more attention-grabbing tastes of chili powder, garlic, tomato paste, or whatever other ingredients your particular recipe calls for."
Leftover coffee grounds can be dehydrated and stored in a pantry jar for later use. Dehydration prevents spoilage and allows grounds to sit alongside spices and cocoa powder until needed. Use a dehydrator or an oven set to about 200 F for a few hours to remove residual moisture. Any grind or roast works, including pre-ground or freshly ground beans. Dried grounds can add earthy depth to stews and chilis—start with a half teaspoon to avoid overpowering flavors. Grounds also serve as fertilizer, insect repellent, and a skin exfoliant, offering versatile culinary and household reuse.
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