Turmeric and Ginger Golden Milk

# Components:

→ Spices & Flavorings

01 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1-inch fresh ginger, grated

03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

04 - 1 pinch ground black pepper

05 - 1 pinch ground cardamom (optional)

06 - 1 pinch ground nutmeg (optional)

→ Liquid

07 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based such as almond, oat, or coconut)

→ Sweetener

08 - 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or agave (to taste)

→ Fat

09 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and nutmeg. Whisk to blend the spices thoroughly.

02 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

03 - Simmer for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not come to a full boil. This allows the spices to infuse properly.

04 - Remove from heat. Stir in the coconut oil or ghee and your chosen sweetener until fully dissolved.

05 - Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs if desired, especially when using fresh ginger. Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or turmeric if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

The way it transforms simple ingredients into something that feels like medicine for your soul
How twenty minutes of whisking and simmering can reset your entire evening
That cozy satisfied feeling without any caffeine crash later

02 -

Never let it come to a rolling boil or the milk can separate and change texture completely
The black pepper might seem weird but its scientifically proven to increase curcumin absorption
Fresh ginger needs straining while ground ginger dissolves completely into the liquid

03 -

Whisk continuously while adding spices to prevent stubborn lumps that never dissolve
Let the mixture sit for a minute after removing from heat before straining for better flavor extraction