Golden milk (Turmeric latte)

Syrian Cuisine

Golden milk or turmeric latte is a warm and comforting drink that is popular in southern Syria and has gained a lot of popularity in recent years due to its health benefits.

As the name implies, the key ingredients here are turmeric and milk but the ingredient list does not stop there. Ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper and ghee are all added to turn this drink into a nutritional powerhouse.

You see, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon and turmeric are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that help in reducing inflammation and pain in joints. Other health benefits that have been attributed to this combination of spices is antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal properties, lowering blood sugar, protecting against cancer and heart disease, improving mood, memory and brain function.

It is definitely a drink worth adding to your list. Golden milk is caffeine free, it is soothing and comforting especially after a long day and the best part is that it tastes heavenly.

 

We need:

1 liter milk

5 cm piece ginger peeled and chopped

(Or 1.5 teaspoons ginger powder)

5 cm turmeric peeled and chopped

(Or 1.5 teaspoons turmeric powder)

1 stick cinnamon

(Or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon)

5 pods cardamom

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon ghee or coconut oil

Honey

 

Simply place everything in a pot, bring to a boil then simmer for 7 to 10 minutes Strain

Enjoy…

 

Lara Khouli

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