A Detoxifying Turmeric Tea Recipe

Can I paint my walls turmeric?

I am enchanted by the colour; golden like the leaves falling outside, bright like the sun and glowing as the moon.

This time of year I find myself craving warm drinks, sometimes just to hold a warm mug. I often turn to herbal teas in the evening to remind myself to slow down. I am obsessed with the taste and health benefits of turmeric tea, a vibrant yellow-orange spice. The taste of this tea is similar to Chai, my recipe uses almond milk, but you can use any milk for this recipe. The spicy blend of cinnamon and black pepper is warm and ever so subtle when mixed with the earthy flavour of turmeric.

To me, this is the perfect bed-time treat. So put on your slippers, simmer a pot of this tea and let the flavours marry to create a beautiful healthy drink that is also a powerful anti-inflammatory, packed with antioxidants.

I just love the taste and the beautiful golden hues of yellow and orange.

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This is the power of turmeric tea…

• Turmeric – anti-inflammatory, improves brain function, reduces depression
• Cinnamon – anti-inflammatory, balances blood sugar, fights bacterial & fungal infections
• Ginger – anti-inflammatory, balances blood sugar, anti-inflammatory
• Nutmeg – digestive support, improves sleep
• Celtic Sea Salt – alkalizing, improves brain function, normalizes blood pressure
• Black pepper – improves absorption of Turmeric, improves cognition, antibacterial

Turmeric Tea with Almond Milk
Why add black pepper? It is beneficial to use black pepper with turmeric because it helps the body absorb the spice.

This recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk, (or any milk you like)
• 1 cup of water
• 1 or 2 cinnamon sticks or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (or more to taste, I like lots)
• 1  – 2inch piece turmeric, unpeeled, thinly sliced, or 1tsp dried turmeric
• 1  – 1-inch piece ginger, unpeeled, thinly sliced or 1 tsp dried ginger
• Fresh nutmeg, about 1/4 tsp freshly grated, or 1/4 tsp dried
• 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup or 1 packet of stevia, (or more to taste)
• 6 whole black peppercorns
• More ground cinnamon to sprinkle on top

Directions:

1. Combine milk, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, nutmeg, honey, peppercorns and 1 cup of water to a medium size pot, bring to a low boil.
2. Turn down the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. The longer you simmer the tea, the stronger and more intense the tea becomes.
3. Strain and pour into 2 mugs.
4. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Variations:

• Add 2-3 whole cardamom pods while boiling
• Add 1 tbsp coconut oil
• Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• To chase away your chocolate craving, try adding a tsp of cocoa powder.

Cooks Notes:

• You can double the recipe and store in the fridge, gently warm before serving.
• I like to use fresh turmeric, but don’t worry if you can’t find it at the store, substitute with dried.
• If you like your drink a bit sweeter, just add more sweetener to taste.
• This spice stains like crazy — from clothing to countertops — so be careful!

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