Traditional Golden Milk Recipe
Originating in India, Turmeric Milk or Golden Milk is simply milk infused with turmeric and has been used to aid many ailments, including colds, coughs, inflammation, aches, pains, and restlessness.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Milk high-fat content recommended, so opt for whole milk or a plant-based alternative like coconut milk
- 1 tbsp turmeric powder
- 2-3 tbsp honey or sweeter of choice sugar, agave syrup, jaggery powder
- 2 whole cardamom pods optional
Instructions
- Bring milk to a rolling boil in a small saucepan.
- Stir in turmeric powder. Add cardamom if you like. Cover and allow the mixture to steep for 5 minutes.
- Strain into serving mugs or glass. Stir in honey or sweetener of choice.
- Enjoy!
Notes
If available, fresh turmeric root is more beneficial and should be used in turmeric milk. Simply replace turmeric powder in the recipe with freshly grated turmeric root. Steep and strain before serving hot.