09 Oct Golden Turmeric Milk

Did you know that turmeric root’s active ingredient curcumin is one of nature’s most powerful anti-inflammatory herbs. Turmeric milk or tea is a popular beverage throughout Asia and is known by some as “liquid gold.”

Prep Time : 20m

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

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• 2 cups non-dairy milk (unsweetened almond or coconut milk)
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or preferred sweetner
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon turmeric (powder or grated root)
• Add a pinch of black pepper to increase absorption
• Ground cinnamon (for serving)

Directions:

1. Pour coconut milk and water into saucepan and warm for 2 minutes.

2. Add in coconut oil, honey, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric and pepper for another 2 minutes. 

3. Taste and add more coconut milk if you prefer.

4. Stir and pour into glasses.

​Recipe by Jackie DeKnock, Owner of Gourmet Safari