Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk (Printable)

Soothing, spiced milk drink with turmeric and ginger for wellness and comfort.

# What You Need:

→ Spices & Flavorings

01 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 pinch ground black pepper
05 - 1 pinch ground cardamom, optional
06 - 1 pinch ground nutmeg, optional

→ Liquid

07 - 2 cups milk, dairy or plant-based such as almond, oat, or coconut

→ Sweetener

08 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or agave to taste

→ Fat

09 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and nutmeg.
02 - Whisk the mixture to blend the spices thoroughly and ensure even distribution.
03 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
04 - Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not boil, to allow flavors to infuse.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil or ghee and your chosen sweetener.
06 - Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs if desired, especially if using fresh ginger.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or turmeric if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than heating water for tea, making it perfect for those sudden moments when you need calm.
  • The spice blend tastes genuinely luxurious without pretension, like you've stumbled onto something ancient and wise.
  • Your body genuinely feels the difference, and that's rare in something so simple to make.
02 -
  • Fresh ginger is significantly spicier than ground ginger, so start with half of what the recipe suggests if you're sensitive to heat.
  • The black pepper isn't just flavor, it actually activates the turmeric's anti-inflammatory compounds, so those few grains genuinely matter.
03 -
  • Buy turmeric from a spice shop that rotates stock frequently, because old turmeric has already lost most of what makes it worthwhile.
  • If your golden milk separates slightly or looks curdled, that's the spices settling and it's completely normal, just give it another gentle whisk.
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