Authentic Golden Milk (Turmeric Milk Tea)
Golden Milk (or Turmeric Milk) is an ancient Ayurvedic drink that's known for its anti-inflammatory properties. This recipe is optimized for absorption and tastes perfectly balanced. Rich with flavor, yet light and comforting.
- Prep time
- --
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 1 serving
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup whole milk (almond, soy or coconut also work well though milk is traditionally used)
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder ((See Note 1))
- 1 green cardamom (slightly cracked open)
- 1 clove
- 1- inch piece cinnamon stick
- 3 black peppercorns
- 1 small star anise (optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or 1/4 vanilla bean (scraped) (optional - (See Note 2))
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger (optional )
- 1/4 tsp ghee or coconut oil (optional - (See Note 3))
- 1 tsp honey, jaggery (gud), or sweetener of choice (plus more to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring all of the ingredients except coconut oil/ghee and sweetener to a simmer.
- 2
Stir well and lower the heat to a low or low-medium (you want it to simmer but not boil). Cover with the lid ajar and allow the milk to simmer for 5 minutes, depending on how strong you want the flavor of the spices (up to 10 minutes).
- 3
Turn off the heat and strain into your cup. Stir in coconut oil/ghee (if using) as well as your sweetener. Delight in the warmth and comfort of therapeutic golden milk.