Turmeric Paste (Golden Paste) is a must have ingredient in any kitchen! In this recipe post you will learn how to make turmeric paste perfectly every single time and answers to burning questions you may have about turmeric paste like how do you use turmeric paste and many more tips.

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What is Turmeric Paste

Turmeric paste which can also be referred to as golden paste is a combination of turmeric, an oil of your choice, ground black pepper, water and any other condiment like cinnamon which is then heated to release flavour and thicken it into a paste.

How To Make Golden Turmeric Paste Recipe

For this particular turmeric paste recipe, you will need just a couple of easy and accessible ingredients and just a few minutes. This recipe is super simple and is super versatile as it can be used in so many ways. You can always customize this recipe to your liking and add or remove any ingredient that you do not want.

The ingredients you will nee make golden turmeric paste include:

• Turmeric powder
• Honey
• Black pepper
• Cinnamon
• Water
• Coconut oil
• Salt

To prepare, add all the ingredients above except for the honey in a small pot and simmer over low heat for 5 to 8 minutes then let it cool and mix in the honey after removing it from the heat.

In order to get the best consistency of turmeric paste, the best ingredients ratio are as follows;

• ½ cup ground turmeric spice
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water
• ¼ cup coconut oil

Please note that turmeric tends to stain and discolour any surface it comes into contact with, including your hands so make sure to use gloves and not brightly colored utensils.

Kitchen equipment you will need

• Kitchen gloves– to prevent your hands from being stained by turmeric.

• Small airtight container– to store the golden paste.

What turmeric should I use to make the Golden Paste?

The best kind of turmeric to use for this recipe is dried turmeric/ turmeric powder because the flavor is much stronger than that of fresh turmeric- this is due to the fact that dried turmeric or turmeric powder is more concentrated. If you want to use fresh turmeric, just double the size so that you get the best flavor profile.

Some extra tips for making this recipe with fresh turmeric;

• Use a double amount of what the recipe calls for
• Add a bit more salt than what the recipe calls for
• Use a bit less water than what the recipe calls for, use your judgment to determine the thickness
• Note that the colour will be lighter when compared to ground turmeric.

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How To Use Golden Paste

Turmeric paste has so many uses and that’s why its such a versatile dish and all round amazing. After making your golden turmeric paste, add it into an air tight container and store in the fridge for it too cool even more.

You could also use turmeric paste to kickstart your day by stirring into yogurt, oatmeal, and adding to smoothies. Add it to toast on top of almond butter!

Here are additional turmeric paste uses:

• To add colour and flavor to salads
• Mix in when cooking rice
• Add a topping in oatmeaals and smoothies
• Use it to make turmeric hummus
• Mix in any curry dish to add loads of flavour
• Use when making a pasta sauce to add colour and flavor
• You can also use this turmeric golden paste as a face mask.

How To Make Turmeric Milk Using Golden Paste

Golden Milk also known as haldi doodh in hindi or as turmeric milk in popular culture, is a drink with a lot of history. It has been a part of Indian culture for centuries. The drink is bright gold, stemming from yellow turmeric mixed into white milk and it has numerous health benefits.

To make golden milk using this turmeric paste, simply mix a small amount of the paste into hot milk but be careful not to add to much depending on the amount of milk you are using. For a good guideline, for every one cup of milk use 1/2 teaspoon of golden turmeric paste.

How Long Does Turmeric Paste Last

If kept in an airtight container in the fridge, it can last to 2 weeks.

Turmeric Paste Benefits

Turmeric paste is not only versatile in its uses but also has numerous benefits such as;

• Has anti-inflammatory properties
• Turmeric helps to relief skin irritation issues
• It contains antioxidant and antibacterial properties

How much turmeric is too much turmeric?

Many people ask the question how much turmeric should you take in a day? Well, according to this study article on turmeric, turmeric could be beneficial in doses ranging from 500–2,000 milligrams (mg) per day. However, the recommended dosage can vary depending on the specific condition you’re trying to treat.

It is also not recommended to consume turmeric every single day as it can cause diarrhea, headache, nausea and slow down blood clotting due to its anticoagulant properties.

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