Turmeric Milk | Golden Milk (Haldi Doodh)
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
3 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
148 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
Indian, International
Turmeric Milk | Golden Milk (Haldi Doodh)
Description
This simple recipe involves simmering milk gently until boiling, then stirring in ground turmeric powder and black pepper to build a golden-colored drink with subtle spice and warmth. The black pepper aids in enhancing the flavor and absorption of turmeric. The drink can be consumed as is or sweetened with sugar or honey according to personal taste.
Additional optional spices such as crushed ginger, ginger juice, ground cinnamon, cardamom, or clove powder may be added for greater aromatic complexity. Fresh turmeric root may be used by peeling, grating, and straining before mixing into the milk. Honey, if added, should be stirred into warm or cooled milk rather than boiling to preserve its properties.
This beverage is flexible in quantity and flavor, with the recipe easily scaled up as needed. It can be enjoyed as a soothing warm drink at any time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk - whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder (ground turmeric)
- 1 pinch black pepper or crushed black pepper, powder
Instructions
- Heat milk in a saucepan on a low to medium flame.
- Simmer the milk for 2 to 3 minutes or until it boils. Once the milk starts boiling, turn off the heat.
- Pour the hot milk in a glass or mug.
- Add turmeric powder and black pepper powder.
- Stir and mix very well.
- Serve Turmeric Milk hot or warm.
Notes
- Adding 1 teaspoon sugar or sweetener is optional, and children may prefer it a bit sweetened.
- Optional spices like ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, and clove can be added for more flavor variety.
- Fresh turmeric root can be grated and added; strain if you prefer a smooth drink or leave unstrained for texture.
- When adding honey, do so after the milk has cooled slightly to preserve its benefits.
- The recipe quantities can easily be doubled or tripled for larger servings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 148kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 93mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 396IU | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.1mg | |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.3mg | |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.3mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 3µg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | |
| Calcium | 301mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 0.2µg | |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 248mg | |
| Zinc | 1mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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