Golden Milk Turmeric Tea
A warming, caffeine-free drink made with ground turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper. Serve as tea with hot water or as a latte with steamed milk. Perfect for cozy winter evenings.
Servings: 1
Calories: 6kcal
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan medium
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup water for tea or 1 cup milk of choice (for latte)
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of black pepper increases curcumin absorption
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, to taste
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil or ghee optional, helps with curcumin absorption
Instructions
- Add water or milk to a small saucepan over medium heat.1 cup water
- Whisk in turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper until combined.1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, Pinch of black pepper
- Heat until steaming but not boiling, whisking occasionally to prevent the spices from settling, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in honey and coconut oil if using.1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee
- Pour into a mug and serve immediately.
Notes
- Black pepper significantly increases curcumin absorption. Don't skip it.
- Adding a small amount of fat (coconut oil, ghee, or using whole milk) also improves absorption since curcumin is fat-soluble.
- For a stronger turmeric flavor, increase to 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric.
- Ground turmeric keeps its beneficial properties for 6-12 months when stored in a cool, dark place in an airtight container.
- This recipe works well doubled or tripled for multiple servings.
Nutrition
Calories: 6kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 34mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg