This 10 minute Golden Paste will make sure your nourishing and comforting golden turmeric milk is just a minute away. Make a big batch of this anti-inflammatory Indian ayurvedic paste using my simple recipe.
If you are a turmeric fan like me, then you must try Turmeric Rice, Turmeric Latte, and Turmeric Ginger Tea too.
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About This Recipe
We all know about the magic drink, Golden Milk which is nourishing, anti-inflammatory, and delicious at the same time. It is great to have this one almost every day, for numerous health benefits.
And therefore today, I bring you the recipe of this Golden Paste which will come in handy when you want Golden Milk in just minutes. All you have to do is mix this turmeric ginger paste with hot milk, and your Golden Turmeric Milk is ready.
This turmeric golden paste is a flavourful combination of organic ground turmeric, ginger and a few more everyday ingredients, each having its own health benefits. This one just needs 10 minutes to get ready.
You can make this Golden Milk Paste and store for about a month. Interesting, right? I always make a big batch and store in the fridge, so that I can have this milk in minutes, whenever I am feeling a little down.
This Paste is,
- Anti- Inflammatory
- Comforting
- Extremely nutritious
- Warming & delicious
- Easy & Quick
- Made with few ingredients
Health Benefits
This Golden Paste made with turmeric, ginger and spices is getting popular every day, as this one has antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-carcinogenic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
It is popularly used in Ayurveda to treat many health-related issues. Turmeric Paste is said to be beneficial in reducing inflammation and treating skin-related issues and allergies. It also reduces joint pain and improves the immune system.
Also drinking it mixed in milk can give you a good night’s sleep and also gives relief from cough and cold.
Side Effects
While it has many health benefits, you should have it in limited quantity. Too much of golden milk paste has its side effects too.
Too much of it can give you skin allergies. It can also lead to kidney stones, nausea, diarrhoea or upset stomach.
Ingredients
This Golden Milk Paste is prepared with just 6 ingredients. These ingredients include – ground turmeric, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, pepper, and coconut oil.
All the ingredients are cooked with water, before adding coconut oil to the same. You can also add some maple syrup in the golden turmeric paste, to make it sweet.
Step By Step Recipe
Mix all the ingredients except coconut oil in a pan and make a smooth mixture.
Cook for 5-6 minutes until a smooth paste is formed.
Remove the pan from the heat and now add the coconut oil and mix well.
Let the mixture cool down. Transfer in a clean glass jar and refrigerate for upto 1 month. Use as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
If making it with fresh Turmeric and Ginger, wash and peel both of them. Now make a fine paste of both the ingredients and mix with other ingredients and cook it with a little water. Once done, mix it with coconut oil, and your Golden Paste is ready.
If prepared with fresh turmeric, the color of the paste will be slightly lighter as compared to the paste prepared with turmeric powder.
If we talk about ground turmeric, you can consume 1 teaspoon per day. If it comes to fresh turmeric, you can consume 1-5 to 3 grams per day.
Usage Suggestions
Not only Milk, but this Golden Turmeric Paste can also be used in other dishes too. You can use it in soups, stews, milk, yogurt, coffee, smoothies, rice, curries, hummus, pasta sauce, and salad dressings. Do try this healthy paste in the recipe and experiment with it to give your recipes a unique taste.
You can also add it in your mocktails and cocktails to give it a healthy turmeric twist.
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Golden Paste Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Ground Turmeric
- 2 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves
- 1/4 tsp Ground Pepper
- 1-1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 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 until a smooth paste is formed.
- Remove the pan from the heat and now add the coconut oil and mix well.
- Let the mixture cool down.
- Transfer in a clean glass jar and refrigerate for upto 1 month.
- Use as required.
Did you make this recipe? Let me know!