Golden Turmeric Milk or Haldi Doodh is every mom and grandmom's go-to immunity booster every time we've been hurt or under the weather. Turmeric or Haldi is a crucial ingredient in Indian kitchens and mixing it with warm milk is traditional comfort at its best!
I've got the sniffles guys. I've practically been sneezing my way through the day, and coughing enough to bring the house down. I felt better enough today to actually open my eyes, take a few pictures and write this post about the right way to make golden turmeric milk. Some even like to call it turmeric latte or turmeric tea, but we call it haldi doodh at home.
It's the first thing moms insist you have when you need an immunity boost. I remember my mum and grandma insisting I drink a glass every time I fell down and hurt myself or got a cold.
And it's the first thing I thought of when I got a cold. Old habits die hard. And we find comfort in traditions. Which this haldi doodh was growing up. A warm glass before going to bed, followed by a bear hug from mom was enough to get us sleeping like a baby.
They say this home remedy is great for anybody who needs a shot of antibiotics or just some immunity building - including pregnant women, sick children or adults. Turmeric has some major benefits, which I think we as Indians have always valued which is why it's such a frequently used spice in an Indian house. Don't believe me? You can read all about the health benefits of turmeric here.
In fact I don't think we Indians can work without this spice in the kitchen. Every time I make an Indian recipe, I always end up reaching out for turmeric or haldi. It adds a beautiful yellow hue and a dash of spice which is just perfect to perk up a dish. With turmeric, always remember to store it in an airtight jar and don't forget that a little goes a long way.
The last few days, Turmeric Milk is what has helped me get better and can really work for you if you have cough, cold or just a sore throat. Here's a quick recipe to show you how to make Turmeric Milk the right way.
More Turmeric recipes for you to try:
Golden Turmeric Milk Chia Seed Pudding
Paneer Bhurji (Turmeric Scrambled Eggs)
Dhaba Dal Fry (Spicy Lentil Soup)
How to Make Golden Turmeric Milk the Right Way?
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk Or Coconut / Soy / Almond
- ¾ teaspoon turmeric Powder or Haldi
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper Ground or Pepper Powder, reduce it to a pinch if you prefer less spicy
Instructions
- Mix together all the ingredients in pan and bring it to boil.
- Simmer for a minute or so and switch off the flame.
- Sip slowly while still hot.
Notes
- Consume immediately as it will become bitter if left to sit.Â
- You can also use crushed ginger, cinnamon powder, crushed cardamom or cloves.Â
- Honey can be substituted with sugar or jaggery as well.Â
- Make it vegan by using coconut milk, soy milk or almond milk.Â
Amit Chavan says
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Rose says
I'm wondering if the tumeric is supposed to overshadow the milk? It tasted really strong. I don't know much about this that's why I'm asking.
Thanks.
Richa says
Hey Rose, you can adjust the amount of turmeric based on your taste. It also depends on how powerful the turmeric you are using is
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Isaac Adams says
I'm a lover of tumeric in so many dishes, including making myself a hot drink of tumeric, ginger, cinnamon, honey and lemon and enjoying it last thing at night or first thing in the morning, twice a week.
I'm definitely going to try the tumeric milk. It looks and sound delicious.
Richa says
I hope you like it Isaac!
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Philip says
I have found a reliable supply of fresh turmeric root. How much grated turmeric should I use?
Richa Gupta says
Turmeric is quite strong, so just a pinch should do. Happy cooking, Philip!
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Neits says
Would appreciate to know the best place/site and BRAND for organic turmeric!
Richa says
Amazon has a lot of good options. I would look at the customer ratings and decide. We buy our turmeric from a local vendor.
Julie Z says
Wow this is awesome! Yum! It is mid summer here and around 90 degrees in early evening and I am sipping this as fast as I can with it being a hot drink. I put some honey and real homemade vanilla in my cup and poured the hot tumeric milk over it, stirred and YUMMY!
Haikko says
Can i make more than a cup and refrigerate it? If yes for how long do you think i could keep it refrigerated??
Richa says
Sure! It'll last you a day
Dilroop says
It’s exactly the way I make it! Except I take a short cut where I pour boiling water into a cup with a mixture of turmeric and pepper already added. Fill it to 1/4-1/2 a cup and add milk after 10-20 secs giving time for the turmeric to boil/cook.
Richa says
Thanks for sharing this. I'm sure it'll help the other readers!
Deepika says
Hey,
Amazing article. However Ayurveda strictly says not to heat honey above 40 degrees C. You can add the honey once milk cools down a bit instead of boiling it with other ingredients.
Deepika
william kisku says
Just not sure why two pieces of tumeric root are shown instead of a teaspoon of turmeric powder. Confusedonfused I am.
William
Richa says
Creative liberty 🙂
Sandylee says
I love tumeric but how do I keep it from staining my teeth?
Richa says
I've never really had turmeric straining my teeth when I drink this. Not sure why thats happening with you. Are you sure you are using good quality turmeric?
Mary says
Amazing! Can’t wait to try it !
Richa says
Thanks Mary!