Golden Milk with Turmeric Paste

📜 Collection: UK15 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Beverages A traditional, warming Ayurvedic beverage made by blending a storable turmeric paste with milk, oil, and honey. Enjoy this comforting drink hot, topped with a dash of cinnamon.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
10 mins10 minsNone1 serving (with extra paste)

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Small jar
  • Blender
  • Mug

Ingredients

For the Turmeric Paste

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
¼ cupTurmeric PowderNone
½ cupWaterPure

For the Golden Milk

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 cupMilkRaw or milk of your choice
¼ tspTurmeric PastePrepared from Part 1
1 tspAlmond OilOr any vegetable oil
To tasteHoneyNone
For garnishCinnamonGround

Instructions

Part 1: Make the Turmeric Paste

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the ¼ cup turmeric powder and ½ cup water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, until a thick paste is formed.
  3. Let the paste cool, then transfer it to a small jar. It can be stored in the refrigerator for later use.

Part 2: Make the Golden Milk

  1. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup milk, ¼ tsp turmeric paste, and 1 tsp almond oil.
  2. Stir over low heat, bringing the mixture just to a boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in honey to your desired level of sweetness.
  4. For a frothy top, carefully pour the hot mixture into a blender and blend for a few seconds until smooth and foamy.
  5. Pour into a mug, sprinkle with cinnamon, and serve warm.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The prepared turmeric paste can be stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to several weeks.


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