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Turmeric Golden Milk Recipe (Haldi Doodh)

Dec 27, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. 2 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Turmeric milk, (aka Haldi Doodh), also known as golden milk, is a healthy Indian drink recipe gaining popularity in the West. It is prepared with milk, turmeric, black pepper and lightly sweetened with honey. This Haldi Doodh recipe is an ancient healing remedy commonly used in India to treat fever, colds, cough, and boost immunity.

golden turmeric milk served in a mud pot with turmeric on the side
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  • What is Golden Milk?
  • Turmeric Milk Benefits
  • Why You'll Love This Turmeric Milk Recipe
  • Ingredients for Turmeric Golden Milk
  • How to Make Turmeric Golden Milk Recipe
  • Recipe Variations
  • Serving Suggestions
  • How to Store?
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Curries to Make with Turmeric Powder?
  • More Beverages
  • Golden Turmeric Milk

If you want a warm, soothing, and healthy beverage, this turmeric milk will be perfect for sipping in cold weather. This nutritious drink can be made with just 4 ingredients in less than 5 minutes.

Traditionally, turmeric milk is prepared with fresh turmeric powder and freshly ground black pepper powder. Black pepper helps in the absorption of curcumin which is present in turmeric. So don't skip adding black pepper. Always use organic turmeric powder.

If you feed turmeric milk to kids, reduce the quantity of turmeric and black pepper and increase the sweetener as per their liking.

What is Golden Milk?

Golden milk, also known as turmeric milk, is a traditional Ayurvedic drink originally from India made with turmeric root (or ground turmeric), milk, and soothing spices. It is also referred to as "haldi ka doodh" in India, where "haldi" means turmeric and "doodh" means milk in Hindi.

Golden Milk is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and hence a great immunity booster drink. Enjoy it in the morning or before bed.

It is also known as Golen Milk Turmeric Latte or Turmeric Milk Tea in the West.

Turmeric Milk Benefits

Drinking warm turmeric milk has many health benefits and is often used as an alternative remedy to boost immunity and relieve illness.

  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Helps build immunity
  • Reduce inflammation and joint pain
  • Reduce the risk of cancer
  • It has antibacterial, antiviral, and, anti-fungal properties
  • Cures sore throat, cough, and cold

With so many health benefits of turmeric, you will consider including it in your diet. Turmeric is added to Indian cooking, like curries, soups, dals, and dry veggie preparation.

Why You'll Love This Turmeric Milk Recipe

  • Soothing
  • Tasty
  • Easy to make
  • Healthy
  • Versatile can be enjoyed warm or cold
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be made vegan
turmeric latte beverage  served in mud serving glass

Ingredients for Turmeric Golden Milk

  • Milk: I used whole dairy milk. Any milk will work, you can use almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, soy milk, etc.
  • Ground Turmeric: The main ingredient in turmeric milk, gives its golden yellow hue to this drink. Always use organic and good-quality ground turmeric. You can also use fresh turmeric instead of dry spice.
  • Black Pepper: a pinch of freshly ground black pepper is added, which helps the body absorb the curcumin which is present in turmeric.
  • Sweetener: You can use honey or maple syrup to sweeten.
golden turmeric milk ingredients

How to Make Turmeric Golden Milk Recipe

Heat milk in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil on a medium-low flame.

Once the milk begins to boil, switch off the gas.

step to boil the milk collage

Add turmeric powder and freshly ground black pepper.

Note: Black pepper helps in the absorption of curcumin which is present in turmeric. So don't skip adding black pepper. Give a stir.

step to add curcumin and black pepper collage

Lastly, stir in the honey and serve Haldi Doodh hot or warm.

step to add sweetener like honey collage

To get extra froth, whip it with a milk frother or pour the Haldi milk into the glass from a distance.

golden milk served in a serving mud pot with turmeric powder and black pepper on the side

Recipe Variations

  1. Milk: You can use any kind of milk to make this recipe. Vegans can use almond milk, coconut milk, soya milk, oat milk, or cashew milk.
  2. Sweetener: Adding sweetener is purely up to your preference. It could be raw honey, jaggery, brown sugar, maple syrup, agave, coconut sugar, or any other sweetener of your choice.
  3. Spices: You can also try adding other spices, like ground cinnamon, cardamom, dry ground ginger, etc., for added flavor. You can add grated ginger and whole spices and strain the milk before consuming.
  4. Iced turmeric latte: If you want to enjoy this drink cold, pour it over some ice and enjoy it during warmer months.
  5. Vanilla Extract: You can add a little vanilla extract for the flavor.
  6. Fresh Turmeric Root: To make turmeric milk using fresh turmeric root, peel and grate ½ inch turmeric root and boil with milk for 2-3 minutes, and strain the milk. Then add ground pepper powder and sweetener of your choice and serve warm.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the turmeric milk (aka haldi doodh) warm with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.

You may also pour this beverage over a cup of ice to make an iced turmeric latte.

How to Store?

  • Store: You can store the leftover golden milk in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days in an airtight container.
  • Reheat: Reheat it in a microwave oven or stovetop until warm or serve it cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to make Vegan Turmeric Milk?

Substitute regular dairy milk with almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, oat milk, or cashew milk.
If using honey, replace it with jaggery, agave or maple syrup, or brown sugar for a vegan option.

How to make Turmeric Milk for Cough?

For one cup of milk, add ½ teaspoon of grated ginger, crushed two black peppercorns, one cardamom, ½ inch cinnamon, along with milk, and boil the milk for 10 minutes. Strain and drink warm.

What is the best time to consume Turmeric Milk?

Turmeric Milk is most effective when consumed before bedtime. It promotes sleep. It is believed that milk causes the release of tryptophan, an amino acid essential for sleep.

How long will my golden milk keep?

Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop until warm enough.

Why add black pepper to turmeric tea?

Adding a pinch of Black pepper helps the body to absorb the curcumin which is present in turmeric.

What Milk should I use for golden milk?

Traditionally, full-fat cow's milk is used for making turmeric milk. However, you can use any plant-based milk, such as unsweetened almond milk, cashew, or coconut milk.

Curries to Make with Turmeric Powder?

  • Zucchini Besan Sabzi
  • Aloo Green Beans Curry
  • Zucchini Stir Fry
  • Lauki Sabji (Bottle Gourd Curry)
  • Black Eyed Pea Curry

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Turmeric golden milk (haldi doodh) served in a mud serving glass

Golden Turmeric Milk

Bhavana Patil
Turmeric milk also known as golden milk aka Haldi Doodh is a healthy Indian drink that has been gaining popularity in the West.
5 from 5 votes
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Servings: 1
Calories : 172
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Method: Stovetop
Prep Time : 1 minute
Cook Time : 5 minutes
Total Time : 6 minutes

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 1 cup whole milk (or coconut, soy, almond, cashew milk)
  • ½ teaspoon organic turmeric powder
  • a pinch black pepper powder
  • 1 teaspoon organic honey or jaggery

Instructions
 

  • Heat milk in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil on a medium-low flame.
  • Once the milk begins to boil, then switch off the gas.
    step to boil the milk collage
  • Add turmeric powder and pepper powder.
    Note: Black pepper helps in the absorption of curcumin which is present in turmeric. So dont skip adding black pepper. Mix well
    step to add curcumin and black pepper collage
  • Lastly, Stir in the honey and serve Haldi doodh hot or warm.
    step to add sweetener like honey collage
  • To get extra froth, whip it with a milk frother or pour the Haldi milk into the glass from a distance.
    Turmeric golden milk (haldi doodh) served in a mud serving glass

Notes

Variations

    1. Milk: You can use any kind of milk to make this recipe. Vegans can use almond milk, coconut milk, soya milk, oat milk, or cashew milk.
    2. Sweetener: Adding sweetener is purely up to your preference. It could be raw honey, jaggery, brown sugar, maple syrup, agave, coconut sugar, or any other sweetener of your choice.
    3. Spices: You can also try adding other spices, like ground cinnamon, cardamom, dry ground ginger, etc., for added flavor. You can also add grated ginger and whole spices and strain the milk before consuming.
    4. Iced turmeric latte: If you want to enjoy this drink cold, pour it over some ice and enjoy it during warmer months.
    5. Vanilla Extract: You can add a little vanilla extract for the flavor.
    6. Fresh Turmeric Root: To make turmeric milk using fresh turmeric root, peel and grate ½ inch turmeric root and boil with milk for 2-3 minutes, and strain the milk. Then add ground pepper powder and sweetener of your choice and serve warm.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 8gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 349mgSugar: 16gVitamin A: 395IUVitamin C: 278mgIron: 0.5mg
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  1. Anonymous says

    March 22, 2020 at 11:45 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • bhavana says

      March 22, 2020 at 11:46 pm

      Hope you will like this healthy recipe.

      Reply

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