Try this homemade Washing Compound recipe the whole family will love. Made with Ammonia, Tartar and boiling water. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Washing Compound relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as box babbits potash, salts of ammonia, salts of tartar and gal. boiling water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 221 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026