Golden Turmeric Milk Recipe – Masala Haldi Doodh | Turmeric Golden Milk Latte | Haldi Milk for Immunity & Weight loss – Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory and healing properties makes this Golden Turmeric Milk aka Haldi Doodh, an ideal comforting drink to boost your immunity and stave off illness.
Turmeric or Haldi is an integral part of Indian cooking and mixing it with warm milk is traditional comfort at its best with numerous health benefits! Turmeric milk or Haldi Doodh is an age old go-to immunity booster with amazing healing properties.
Who would have thought that one day turmeric(haldi), the miracle spice would rule the Western world & become a global craze? There are many things that which we took for granted in India, which have suddenly become a rage in the western world, like Yoga, Turmeric, Ghee & many more!
What is Golden Turmeric Milk aka Haldi Doodh
It’s nothing but milk mixed with ground turmeric. Turmeric Milk/Haldi Doodh (Haldi=Turmeric and Doodh=Milk). It is commonly known these days in the western world as Golden Milk….furthermore gave it a fancy makeover and are calling this staple Ayurvedic concoction, ‘Turmeric Latte’! . I’m sure most of us must have had turmeric milk as kids. Who would have thought that such a simple drink would become all the rage with time!
Do check out Turmeric Ginger Tea Recipe prepared with fresh ginger & Turmeric Tea Powder DIY. Try making this powder as it’s very handy and use it to make this milk. Add a teaspoon of turmeric tea powder to 1 cup milk and boil the milk for 10 minutes. Strain, add sweetener and sip warm.
How to Make Turmeric Milk/Golden Milk/Haldi Doodh
Usually it’s made it with only 2 ingredients- Milk and Turmeric. You can then sweeten if you want! It’s that simple. I would recommend adding a little pepper, which helps in the absorption of Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric. But, you know me, I like to add a lot of sipes (masalas) and hence I like to call it Masala Haldi Doodh.
Spices Used in Golden Turmeric Milk Recipe
My version of golden milk is heavy on spices, If you don’t want any of the spices, feel free to omit! Turmeric & ginger can be used in fresh or powder form.
- TURMERIC: The active compound in turmeric is Curcumin. Curcumin is proven to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
- BLACK PEPPERCORNS: Contains Piperine, a chemical known to help promote Curcumin absorption.
- DRY GINGER: Enhances the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
Optional Ingredients:
- CINNAMON: Include this if you are looking for weight loss.
- CARDAMOM: For flavour
Once your golden milk is done, adding 1/2 teaspoon of ghee (clarified butter) or coconut oil helps with absorption, as Curcumin requires healthy fats to dissolve properly. You can add any sweetener of your choice and sprinkle it with cardamom or cinnamon powder just before serving.
Steps to follow for
Golden Turmeric Milk Recipe
- To make the golden milk, add milk to a saucepan or pot and bring to a boil over medium heat with occasional stirring.
- Add in all the spices. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until all the flavours infuse into the milk.
- Finally add 1/2 teaspoon of ghee (clarified butter) or coconut oil and cardamom powder. Boil for another minute and turn off the heat.
- Strain the drink through a fine strainer. Pour back and forth between 2 glasses to get that froth.
- Add in sweetener of your choice. If using honey, please add after the milk gets lukewarm or just before drinking. Adding honey to hot liquids will destroy its benefits.
- Top up with a pinch of cinnamon powder and serve warm. Optionally you can garnish with nuts & saffron.
- Golden milk can also be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. Just reheat it before drinking.
Health benefits of drinking Turmeric Milk:
Drinking warm turmeric milk on a regular and making it to be a part of your regular diet has immense benefits . Naming a few important benefits here though there are many!
- Helps build immunity
- Anti-inflammatory
- Rich in antioxidants
- Fights Bacterial & Viral infection
- Gives relief from aches and pains
- Cures arthritis
- Prevents the growth of cancer
- Cures sore throat, cough, and cold
- Helps in Weight Loss
- Excellent blood purifier
- Helps in getting good sleep
Frequently Asked Questions
Which milk to use? – Dairy or Non-dairy Milk
I have used whole milk to prepare this drink recipe, but if you are looking for a vegan option, You can use milk of choice – Almond milk, Cashew milk, Oats milk, Soy milk, Coconut milk etc.
Just add the milk along with the turmeric and all other spices to the pot and bring to a light simmer. You don’t really want to boil it but you want the flavours to infuse. Add sweetener of your choice, strain & drink!
Can I consume Turmeric Milk daily?
Turmeric milk can be taken once daily without any side effects. In fact drinking, regularly will boost your immune system & keeps the cold and flu away. But make sure to not overdo it as it has side effects when taken in excess.
Side effects include heartburn, nausea, stomach upset, indigestion, may cause allergic reaction…etc.
When is the best time to drink Turmeric Milk?
You can have it any time of the day, but it’s best to have it in the morning or at bed time right before you sleep, as it promotes a good night’s sleep.
How to make it for a cough?
To make turmeric milk/haldi doodh for cough, add 2-3 cloves, 1-inch cinnamon stick and a few tulsi (Indian holy basil) leaves or Mint leaves along with the regular recipe, and boil the milk for 10 minutes. Strain and sip warm.
Golden Turmeric Milk Recipe - Masala Haldi Doodh
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Whole Milk
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 tsp Black Peppercorns Lightly crushed
- 1/2 tsp Dry ginger powder
- 1/2 tsp Ghee Or Coconut oil
- A Pinch of Cardamom
- 1 tsp Honey Or any sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Add milk to a saucepan or pot and bring to a boil over medium heat with occasional stirring.
- Add in all the spices. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until all the flavours infuse into the milk.
- Finally add 1/2 teaspoon of ghee (clarified butter) or coconut oil and cardamom powder. Boil for another minute and turn off the heat.
- Strain the drink through a fine strainer. Pour back and forth between 2 glasses to get that froth.
- Add in sweetener of your choice. If adding honey, please add after the milk gets lukewarm or when you are just about to drink it.
- Top up with a pinch of cinnamon powder and serve warm. Optionally you can garnish with nuts & saffron.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Skip any spice that you don’t like other than pepper.
- Make this milk using fresh turmeric when it is in season.
- You can make a vegan version by replacing regular milk with vegan milk of your choice and add maple syrup instead of honey.
- You can just add a teaspoon of my Turmeric Tea Powder to 1 cup milk and boil. Add a sweetener of choice & sip warm.
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