Golden milk - the Ayurvedic trend drink that warms body and soul

A turmeric latte (also called “golden milk”) is more than just a trendy drink! Packed with healthy ingredients, it boosts the immune system and warms the body from the inside. The drink has been prepared for many, many years and comes from the Indian Ayurvedic tradition. The Golden Milk Recipe can be seen as a supplement or replacement for tea or coffee.

Since there has been a lot of talk on the blog lately about Ayurveda went and Nutrition in ancient Indian teachings plays a big role, I thought that an Ayurvedic recipe should definitely not be missing! I chose the turmeric latte because the recipe is simple and universal and it reflects everything that Ayurveda stands for. Prepared warm, with healthy ingredients and lots of spices, golden milk is the perfect alternative to a conventional latte. I also like recipes that are easy to adapt, and that's exactly what you can do here. Depending on whether you prefer it a little spicier or a little sweeter - just adjust the amount of the respective spices!

Is the turmeric latte healthy?

Turmeric, the main ingredient in the drink, is said to have numerous health-promoting properties. Turmeric not only has an anti-inflammatory effect, but also stimulates metabolism and promotes digestion. Also perfect for a cold, for example!
The right combination of ingredients is also important in the Ayurvedic diet. You can find that again here: black pepper and coconut oil increase the bioavailability of curcumin (from turmeric root) and thus improve its absorption into the bloodstream.
The ginger contained in Golden Milk is also very healthy. Ginger is rich in vitamin C, stimulates the metabolism and has a virus-static effect, i.e. inhibits the spread of viruses. 

The turmeric latte tastes refreshing and is a true taste experience: sweet meets hot meets spicy! 

How is a turmeric latte made?

The special thing about the turmeric latte is that a turmeric paste is first made, which is then stirred into the hot milk. The whole thing is finally seasoned with spices. Of course, you can find out exactly how this works below. The quantities in this recipe are for one large cup of turmeric latte. However, it is a good idea to mix more of the paste so that you have some on hand. The turmeric paste can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several weeks, and you can even freeze it!

Traditionally, Golden Milk is drunk warm. For a more refreshing summer version, you can also let the drink cool down and enjoy it cold with ice cubes.

Alright, enough talking – let’s get started!

Golden Milk Recipe

Ingredients for the turmeric paste:

1 EL Kurkuma-Pulver

120 ml water

15 g ginger (approx. 1 thumb size)

Ingredients for a large cup of turmeric latte

½ EL Kurkuma-Paste

300 ml vegetable milk (almond milk is particularly suitable here)

1 tsp cinnamon (ground)

1 tsp coconut oil

1 pinch each of black pepper, nutmeg &  Cardamom(ground)

Sweetener of your choice (I used 1 teaspoon of coconut blossom sugar)

Tools: 2 small pots, whisk, grater, possibly a tea strainer

preparation 

1. For the turmeric paste, mix 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder with 120 ml of water in a pot and heat. Grate the ginger finely and add it. Heat until a paste forms (don't be surprised, this can take a few minutes). 
2. Then remove the pot from the heat and pour the paste into a container.
3. Bring the milk to the boil in another pot. Stir in ½ tbsp of the turmeric paste with a whisk until the ingredients combine. Add the spices (cinnamon, black pepper, nutmeg and cardamom), coconut oil and sweetener and mix well. Simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Finally, remove the pot from the heat and serve. You can strain the drink through a small strainer into the cup to avoid pieces. 

He wanted!

Preparation time: approx. 15 minutes

Nutritional values ​​for the specified portion: 144 kcal | 12.5 g carbohydrates | 2.4g protein | 8.6 g fat 

Have fun trying it out!