The name “Golden Milk” may sound really fancy but it is really just a simple yet extremely nutritious drink that is made with anti-inflammatory superfood turmeric and milk with a bunch of yummy aromatic spices.
Golden milk has become a health food superstar these days as turmeric’s (also known as curcumin) anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties become more known and established. Turmeric is the root of the tropical plant Curcuma longa and is part of the ginger family. It has a deep orange color and imparts this golden hue color to anything it is added to. It is a very common cooking spice in Indian and Asian cuisine for thousands of years. Most people know of it as one of the common spices in garam masala and other specialty curry spice blends that has a yellow hue.
Turmeric’s nutritional make-up includes iron, manganese, vitamin B6, copper, potassium, and fiber. [1]
But now there’s another innovative way to incorporate this amazingly healthy spice into your everyday diet. But a little bit of this nutrient-dense root goes a long way. To reap the most benefits, it is best to be consistent with your intake and take it in small amounts (like ¼ to ½ teaspoon) each time.
This recipe is extremely simple to make even for a novice in the kitchen. It is a perfect and more natural way to enjoy the health benefits of turmeric without making a mess in your kitchen like you would if you have to make curry. This drink can be consumed any time of the day; it can give you that boost you need in the morning or help promote better sleep at night. You can have it either cold or warm which makes it a perfect beverage all seasons of the year. Feel free to switch out the choice of milk and/or sweeteners (honey, figs, and cinnamon) in this recipe to your preferred ones but do keep the black pepper and ghee/coconut oil because it enhances the absorption of turmeric by your body.
There is no easier natural way to enjoy the amazing health benefits of turmeric on a daily basis. This recipe has really improved my diet beyond my imagination and I must share it with you all. This is one bandwagon that you don’t want to be left behind. Try it today!.
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| Golden Milk Recipe |
| Golden milk has become a health food superstar these days as turmeric’s (also known as curcumin) anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties become more known and established. But now there’s another innovative way to incorporate this amazingly healthy spice into your everyday diet. But a little bit of this nutrient-dense root goes a long way. To reap the most benefits, it is best to be consistent with your intake and take it in small amounts (like ¼ to ½ teaspoon) each time. This drink can be consumed any time of the day; it can give you that boost you need in the morning or help promote better sleep at night. You can have it either cold or warm which makes it a perfect beverage all seasons of the year. Feel free to switch out the choice of milk and/or sweeteners (honey, figs and cinnamon) in this recipe to your preferred ones but do keep the black pepper and ghee/coconut oil because it enhances the absorption of turmeric by your body. Enjoy! |
| Golden milk has become a health food superstar these days as turmeric’s (also known as curcumin) anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties become more known and established. But now there’s another innovative way to incorporate this amazingly healthy spice into your everyday diet. But a little bit of this nutrient-dense root goes a long way. To reap the most benefits, it is best to be consistent with your intake and take it in small amounts (like ¼ to ½ teaspoon) each time. This drink can be consumed any time of the day; it can give you that boost you need in the morning or help promote better sleep at night. You can have it either cold or warm which makes it a perfect beverage all seasons of the year. Feel free to switch out the choice of milk and/or sweeteners (honey, figs and cinnamon) in this recipe to your preferred ones but do keep the black pepper and ghee/coconut oil because it enhances the absorption of turmeric by your body. Enjoy! |
| Servings | Prep Time | Cook Time |
| 1serving | 5minutes | 10minutes |
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 1serving | 5minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 10minutes |
- 1 1/2 cups milk or milk alternative, preferred choice, use full fat
- 1 inch turmeric root, fresh, peeled, finely grated or minced
- 1 inch ginger root, fresh , finely grated
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract pure
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon ground , add to taste
- 3-4 whole peppercorns or pinch freshly ground pepper
- 1 pinch cardamom optional
- 1-2 tsp honey raw, stevia or brown sugar, to taste
- 5-10 figs dried , optional, sugar substitute
- 1 tsp ghee or coconut oil, optional
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- Combine all ingredients (except honey) in a small saucepan and while stirring constantly heat the mixture until just before it boils.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes or until the milk is golden color and has a mild spiced aroma.
- Remove from the heat and pour the golden milk through a fine mesh strainer into a large mug.
- Sweeten to taste with honey (or sugar alternative). Enjoy!
Since Golden Milk is a turmeric-based drink you can get started in one of two ways:
1) cook your turmeric root or powder on the stove with all the ingredients, or 2) make a paste with turmeric and water and store it in the refrigerator for later use.
There are many variations to making Golden Milk to give the flavor you enjoy:
1. Replace cow’s milk with plant-based milk alternatives like coconut, rice, hemp, almond, cashew or a blend of all of them. Milk alternatives are especially helpful if you have milk allergies.
2. Sweeten with natural sugar alternatives such as raw honey, stevia, or brown sugar.
3. If drinking golden milk before bed, I recommend you use stevia or a small amount of raw honey to avoid revving up your body late at night.
4. Other sugar alternatives include dried fruits such as dates, dried raisins or cranberries.
5. Spice up your drink with spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger or vanilla extract to enhance its flavor.
Final thoughts…
1. Use quality organic ingredients when possible since the purpose of this healing beverage is to reduce inflammation and detoxify your body.
2. Use non-reactive cookware such as stainless-steel or glass pot when cooking your batch. Avoid using the microwave or nonstick cookware that contains Teflon.
3. Be careful as turmeric will stain anything it encounters, and the stain may not come out.
