Golden Paste Recipe (Turmeric Paste)
Golden Paste is a paste made using turmeric, coconut oil, and a few warming spices. Consuming this paste is a great way to incorporate turmeric into your diet. I make a big batch of this paste and keep it in my refrigerator to use it in various ways. Go ahead and try this under-10-minute recipe for yourself.
If you are a turmeric fan like me, you must try Indian Turmeric Rice and Turmeric Ginger Tea.
A Quick Look At This Golden Paste Recipe
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Serves: Makes about 2 cups
- Cuisine: Ayurvedic / Wellness
- Course: Condiment / Health Paste
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Equipment: Saucepan, Whisk, Glass Jar
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Why You’ll Love This Family Favorite Recipe!
- No raw turmeric taste
- Ready in 10 minutes
- Stays fresh for up to 1 month
- Multipurpose: milk, tea, smoothies & cooking
- No additives or preservatives
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About Golden Paste
Golden Paste, also known as Turmeric Paste or Golden Milk Paste, is a vegan and gluten-free condiment made from turmeric, coconut oil, and a few spices.
While you cannot eat turmeric paste on its own, you can literally add it to anything you eat and reap the benefits of turmeric. I use it to make turmeric milk and also add it to smoothies, curries, soups, stews, and other dishes. I have mentioned some ideas in the post below.
My recipe yields approximately 1 cup of golden paste, which should last for a while.
Ingredients
This golden paste recipe uses just six readily available ingredients in most homes: ground turmeric, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground black pepper, and coconut oil.
Try to use organic turmeric powder from a reputable brand, as it may sometimes be adulterated with artificial colors.
Note: Turmeric stains the surfaces it comes into contact with, so be cautious when handling it. Wear gloves and an apron, and make the paste using old pots and spatulas.
Adding a small amount of pepper is essential for the body’s absorption of turmeric, so do not skip it. In fact, you can add a bit more pepper if you like a spicy kick.
You can use extra virgin olive oil if coconut oil is unavailable.
If you want to use this paste in recipes that need some sweetness, add 2 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey while blending.
How To Make Turmeric Paste
Step 1: Add the following ingredients to a saucepan.
- ½ cup ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 and ½ cups of water
Step 2: Mix the ingredients vigorously with a wire whisk until smooth.
Step 3: Then keep the pan over medium-high heat and cook the mixture for 5-6 minutes. Stir frequently with a ladle or a silicone spatula while cooking.
Step 4: Now switch off the heat and add ½ cup of cold-pressed coconut oil to the pan. Mix well to combine.
Step 5: Then, transfer the pan to your kitchen counter to let the mixture cool to room temperature. This will take 15-20 minutes. The turmeric paste is now ready.
Step 6: Transfer the thick paste to a clean glass jar and refrigerate for up to 1 month. You can now use it as required.
Golden Paste FAQs
To make the paste with fresh turmeric and ginger, first wash and peel both ingredients. Then cut them into small pieces and blend with water to make a fine paste. Mix them with the other ingredients, then cook the mixture for 5-6 minutes over medium heat. Then mix it with coconut oil, and your turmeric paste is ready for use.
If you make this with fresh turmeric, the paste will be slightly lighter in color than the one prepared with turmeric powder.
This golden turmeric paste can be used to make a quick glass of turmeric milk (Haldi Doodh). Mix a teaspoon of golden paste with 1 cup of milk, bring to a boil, and serve. Plant-based milks, such as coconut milk and almond milk, also pair well with this paste.
You can add it to multiple dishes, such as soups, stews, overnight oats, smoothies, curries, hummus, pasta sauces, and salad dressings, to enhance its flavor and benefits.
I add it to a few of my mocktails and cocktails, such as mojitos and margaritas, for a unique twist with a hint of turmeric.
This paste can also be added to a dog’s diet. I add ½ teaspoon of it while cooking my dog’s food. For small dogs, use ½ teaspoon per meal; for large dogs, use 1 teaspoon.
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Golden Paste Recipe (Turmeric Paste)
Ingredients
- ½ cup ground turmeric
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 and ½ cups water
- ½ cup cold pressed coconut oil (melted)
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients except coconut oil in a pan and make a smooth mixture.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes on medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Switch off the heat. Add coconut oil and mix well to combine.
- Let the mixture cool down to room temperature. Transfer to a clean glass jar and refrigerate for up to 1 month. Use as required.
how many do i have to take those? teaspoon? before bed?
Hi Denise, I have mentioned this in the usage suggestions. You can take 1 tsp of this paste daily. Before bed is perfectly fine.
I have just made golden paste using your recipie
will start takinh paste today and will let you know
how I go, thanks
hope you like it
I have made this several times and enjoy it very much. I used a ginger paste,and …since I didn’t have grou d cloves, I used a “pie spice” which has cloves,nutmeg,and cinnamon in it. I still added additional cinnamon.I used the maple syrup and the coconut oil. It is easy to make,and I appreciate that you shared this recipe. Thank you!,( for readers of this post:Give it a try! )