Turmeric Latte Recipe
Turmeric Latte
Prep Time
10 mins
Turmeric is well known and researched for its many therapeutic properties including that of reducing inflammation. The black pepper in this recipe makes it more bio-available to our bodies and is therefore essential.
Once the paste has been made, it is quick and easy to make ‘on demand’. Enjoy!
Course: Drinks
Ingredients
To make the paste
- 1 cup water filtered is better
- 1/2 cup turmeric powder
- 1/3 cup unrefined coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. black pepper
To make the latte
- 1 tsp. of the paste
- Spices of your choice such as cloves, ground ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, or garlic Optional
- Raw honey or maple syrup Optional
- 1/3 cup almond or coconut milk
- 2/3 cup boiling water
Instructions
To make the paste
Combine the water with the turmeric powder in a saucepan and gently simmer for 7 minutes (adding more water if necessary)
Mix in the coconut oil, and black pepper, remove from the heat and stir until the oil has melted
Store in a glass jar in the fridge
To make the latte
Put the paste in a mug and add any spices or honey
Pour over the milk and boiling water and stir
Optional: Use a milk frother to get that usual latte froth
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