Welcome back to Meatless Mondays, where we focus on not only “meat-free” items in Park City and trends, but also things that are generally healthy for you. It seems as though Turmeric is popping up everywhere as the new “magical” remedy. Turmeric, an Indian spice, has been claimed to have health benefits capable of anti-inflammation for everything from aches to arthritis, glowing skin, boosted immunity, improved digestion, and even a cure for depression and cancer. We wanted to share with you one of the most enjoyable ways to consume turmeric, in the form of a turmeric latte, or “golden milk.”
Turmeric in its powdered form can be added to most things. It is commonly added into most Indian food, with a mild, mellow and earthy flavor. In a turmeric latte or Golden Milk, it is infused into warm milk, making it taste sweet and zingy. It can be enjoyed in the winter time on a blustery day, or you can even make it into a milkshake for a cold solution.
Find this in tasty treat in the health section at Wh
ole Foods Park City by Gaia. You will also need to get a milk, or milk substitute, to mix with then follow directions.
Ingredients
- 1 inch turmeric root, peeled and grated or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 3/4 inch ginger root, peeled and grated
- 2 cups milk (any kind of dairy or alternative milk)
- 2 pinches of ground cardamom
- 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Place the milk, turmeric, ginger, cardamom (if using) and honey into a small sauce pan and bring to a simmer then turn the heat off. Leave to infuse for a couple of minutes, stir, then pour the milk through a fine sieve or mesh strainer into two mugs. Squeezing out the last of the gingery turmeric juice with the back of a spoon. Stir and check for sweetness, adding more honey if needed.
- Drink right away or refrigerate, it will keep for couple of days. Stir before serving.
