Golden Milk or Turmeric Milk is a traditional Indian detox drink. It looks like a latte type of drink made with turmeric, ginger, pepper, and other Indian spices. It is one of the classical drinks that has a lot of health benefits and you will need under 10 minutes to make this beverage.
The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make authentic Golden Milk from scratch with easy step-by-step instructions. I have also shared the video of this recipe to show how easy it is to make at home. This Golden Milk has a rich healing quality due to its anti-inflammatory properties and comforting drink that can be consumed in the morning or before going to bed for sound sleep.
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What is Golden Milk?
Golden Milk aka Turmeric Milk is one of the age-old drinks that has originated from India. This drink is typically made with cow's milk, turmeric, and other Indian spices. It is considered one of the best home remedies for cold, cough, fever, bloating, and many other ailments. Haldi Doodh is the Hindi term used in the Northern part of India which refers to nothing but Turmeric Milk.
Even though this drink is known to Indian people for many years it got its popularity in the western world as Golden Milk Latte. It became popular for its essential healing anti-inflammatory and detox properties. It is also one of the best alternatives for caffeinated drinks.
I have been drinking this turmeric milk throughout my life from my childhood. And even I am making this to my family often. It is literally one of the best drinks to soothe your itchy throat, cold, cough, or fever. It also helps you to get a goodnight's sleep after a long stressed day. The Golden Milk I am sharing here is the recipe that I have been making for my family for years which is transferred from my granny to my mom and then to me.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need to make this recipe is pretty simple and you may find them in almost every grocery store.
- Milk - I have used full fat cow milk here and you can use fat free milk as well
- Turmeric Powder - Freshly ground turmeric powder, grated turmeric roots, works best for this recipe
- Pepper Powder - Fresh pepper powder or even crushed peppercorns gives the best flavor to this drink
- Cinnamon Powder - i have used cinnamon powder here and you can also use cinnamon sticks which gives the similar taste and flavor the drink
- Ginger - Fresh chopped ginger gives nice spicy and warm flavor to the milk and I suggest not to skip this ingredient. It also helps in soothing the cold symptoms.
How to make a Golden Milk?
The ingredients that I have mentioned here make 2 servings of this drink and you can double or triple according to your family needs. So let see how to make this healthy drink below with easy step-by-step instructions.
- Pour the milk into a saucepan in medium heat
- Add all the ingredients into the milk
- Boil the milk for 2 to 5 minutes this step helps the milk absorb all the flavors and benefits from the milk
- Stir on and off to avoid overflowing the milk
- Let the milk puffs up and switches off and remove from heat.
Serve this healthy, warm and refreshing Golden Milk warm in the morning or before bed.
Substitutions
- Cows Milk - You can substitute with cashew, almond, coconut milk, Oat Milk for vegan friendly version of this turmeric milk
- Fresh Ginger - If fresh ginger is not handy, you can also use dry ginger powder
- Cinnamon Powder - Cinnamon sticks also works well for this recipe if you are not handy with powder
Variations
- You can always make this Golden Milk hot or cold. But to make a cold version make sure to boil all the ingredients in the milk and refrigerate it before serving them
- You can also add ghee to this turmeric milk which increases the digestives enzymes and helps in improving the metabolism
- I havent added any sweetner to this recipe that how we use to drink in our family. But you can use honey to the milk and it helps in flatulence, constipation and intestinal disorders. You can aslo check more information here about Milk and Honey
- For making Golden Milk Latte, finally froth the milk and garnish it on the top layer of the prepared Turmeric Milk
Benefits Of Golden(Turmeric) Milk
According to Ayurveda, this Golden Milk has a lot of health benefits including it in your diet. They are
- Rich in antioxidants that helps to lower your risk to infections
- Reduce inflammations
- High healing properties
- Improve a good mood
- Soothe cold, cough and congestions
- Helps in having a goodnight sleep and you can find here more detailed health benefits
Tips
- To make perfect golden milk, I would always recommend the ingredients to boil in the milk to achieve the full benefits out of it
- Make sure not to mix all the ingredients in raw milk to consume it cold instead boil all the ingredients in milk and then refrigerate for future use
- I have used cinnamon powder, pepper powder, and ginger along with turmeric powder which delivers a nice spicy and earthy flavors to the milk
- I haven't used any sweetener here, but you can use honey or maple syrup if you think the milk is spicy
- Even though I have used cows milk, you can always feel free to use non-diary milk for vegan options
- You can also use coconut oil, or ghee to your Golden Milk which aids in good digestion
- This Golden Milk also called Turmeric Milk is the best home remedy for cough, cold, congestion, stomach bloating, indigestion, and also for a good night sleep
Storage Suggestions
This Golden Milk tastes best when consumed fresh but you can also store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving them.
Serving Suggestions
This Golden Milk can be served as a drink in the morning to start your day or can be also consumed before bed. You can either drink it with or without sweetener. Try honey to enjoy the traditional benefits if you would prefer to use a sweetener.
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Golden Milk Recipe video
I have also shared a detailed video of this Golden Milk Recipe that I hope will help you to make this drink easily at home. For a quick reference, you could also find this recipe in story format.
📖 Recipe
Golden Milk (Turmeric Milk)
Ingredients
- 2 cup Milk
- ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder
- ¼ tsp Pepper Powder
- 1 tsp Ginger, chopped
Instructions
To Prepare Golden Milk(Turmeric Milk)
- In a saucepan with medium heat, pour milk and add turmeric powder, cinnamon powder, pepper powder, and chopped ginger
- Stir the milk until all the ingredients get dissolved
- Allow the milk to boil for 3 to 5 minutes by stirring on and off
- Finally, let the milk puffs up, this will help the milk to absorb all the flavors from the ingredients
- Remove from heat and pour this golden milk into a glass and it is now ready for you to taste and enjoy
To Serve
- Now serve this Golden Milk warm
Video
Notes
- To make perfect golden milk, I would always recommend the ingredients to boil in the milk to achieve the full benefits out of it
- I have used cinnamon powder, pepper powder, and ginger along with turmeric powder which delivers a nice spicy and earthy flavors to the milk
- I haven't used any sweetener here, but you can use honey or maple syrup if you think the milk is spicy
- Even though I have used cows milk, you can always feel free to use non-diary milk for vegan options
- You can also use coconut oil, ghee to add extra protein to your Golden Milk
- This Golden Milk also called Turmeric Milk is the best home remedy for cough, cold, congestion, stomach bloating, indigestion, and also for a good night sleep
Nutrition
FAQ
Golden Milk is a bright golden yellow color beverage authentic to the Indian sub-continent. It is a healthy and flavorful drink that has a lot of health benefits. Turmeric Milk is traditionally prepared with cow's milk, fresh turmeric powder, and other Indian spices. It is usually served in the morning or before going to bed.
Golden Milk has a lot of health benefits from cold, cough, flatulence, digestive disorders, and much more. I have mentioned some of the goods above to give some information about their benefits.
It is generally safe to drink but drinking too much than the suggested daily intake may harm the body. So it is best to check experts before including them into your regular diet.
I really hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you on how it turned out for you. Please let me know.
If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.
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