No time to stand in line for your soy vanilla latte? Go one better for your health with a warm cup of golden milk. Golden milk is an Ayurvedic beverage made with turmeric powder. Curcumin, an active compound in turmeric, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Piperine, a component of black pepper, increases curcumin’s availability in the body (so it can do its good work). That’s why there’s a pinch of pepper in this drink.
Vegan Golden Milk
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 cups nondairy milk
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- Pinch of black pepper
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories260
- protein8g
- fat15g
- carbs27g
- sugar25g
- fiber0g
- sodium100mg
Directions
01
In small saucepan, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Add turmeric powder and stir gently. Slowly add milk and stir to combine. Whisk and bring to a low simmer. Let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Add maple syrup, stirring to combine.
02
Alternatively, steam milk with an espresso machine. Pour over heated coconut oil with turmeric, using a spoon to hold back the foam. Stir in maple syrup, then spoon milk foam overtop. Dust with a little extra turmeric.
03
Before serving, add pinch of black pepper.
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