Turmeric, Almond and Saffron Milk - Turmeric Milk aka Golden milk or Haldi Doodh is a traditional South Asian Drink. This Indian Ayurvedic drink is healthy and comforting. It is usually made for someone who is unwell or it is drank at night as a soothing drink before bedtime. In this version, we add Almond Butter and Saffron. This variation is one I learnt from my Naturopathic studies.
Turmeric, Saffron Milk
I have already shared this delightful Turmeric and Saffron Milk in my Instagram feed but I know that some people prefer to find recipes online.
This is a variation on a recipe that my teacher (the Hakim - Naturopathic Doctor) has taught us and one that we regularly make and drink in class.
In Hakims version we soak Almonds instead and then chop them and add them to the milk. This version is a time saving version but I would definitely try the other version too.
Turmeric Milk is an anti inflammatory Drink that is made with Turmeric, Black Pepper and other Spices. The Black Pepper helps to absorb the Turmeric and is essential but the other Spices can be omitted.
Ingredients in Turmeric and Saffron Milk
Milk - Use any Milk. Dairy free alternatives also work.
Almond Butter - This replaces soaked Almonds that you would usually see in an Almond based Saffron, Turmeric Milk.
Spices - Ground Turmeric, Ground Black Pepper, Ground Ginger, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cardamom, Saffron.
Honey - For Sweetening.
How to make Saffron, Turmeric Milk
To make it i simply add Milk, Almond or Peanut Butter, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon to a blender and whizz till combined.
Then pour it into a pot with Saffron.
Add a touch of Honey and bring to a simmer.
Another Turmeric Recipe:
Kadhi Khichdi - Turmeric Rice and Yoghurt Curry
More Winter Favourites:
Moroccan Harira – Chickpea & Lentil Soup with lamb
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Turmeric, Almond and Saffron Milk
Ingredients
- 250 ml Milk Any Milk
- 1.5 tablespoon Almond Butter or Peanut Butter
- ¾ teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- ⅛ teaspoon ground Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cardamom
- ½ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Saffron Crushed
- Honey
Instructions
- Add the milk, nut butter, turmeric, black pepper, ground Ginger, ground Cardamom, and ground Cinnamon to a blender and whizz till combined.
- Pour it into a pot with Saffron. Sweeten with honey (not necessary but delicious) and bring to a simmer.
- Pour into a mug and enjoy.
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