Eastern cultures have long revered turmeric for its health benefits, i.e., its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. From turmeric milk to turmeric rice and turmeric soups, the subtle spice is having a juncture not only in Australia but also across the UK and the United States, and for a good reason. Adding a little turmeric to your everyday meals is effortless with these easy recipes.

Delicious Turmeric Recipes

01 – Turmeric Coffee Latte

Prep Time: 5 mins   Cook Time: 5 mins  Total Time: 10 mins   Yield: 2 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

234 –> Calories

24g –> Fat

5g  –> Carbs

2g –> Protein

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk
• One teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Two packets of stevia sweetener
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• One fluid ounce brewed espresso

Directions

1. Combine coconut milk, vanilla extract, stevia sweetener, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Heat on medium flame until warm, around 5 minutes.
2. Pull the saucepan from the heat. Whirl until frothy using an immersion blender.
3. Pour espresso into a serving mug. Top off with frothed milk mix.

Cook’s Reminder!

You can substitute the sweetener of your choice. You can also utilize any nut milk in place of coconut milk.

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02 – Turmeric Chicken Stew

Turmeric (curcumin) is a bright yellowish spice in India, Indonesia, and many parts of the world. It’s one of the primary ingredients in curry and adds vibrant coloring and taste to any dish.

Prep Time: 20 mins      Cook Time: 30 mins     Total Time: 50 mins      Servings: 6

On weeknights, you can try this turmeric chicken stew recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

183–>Calories

6g –>Fat

24g–>Carbs

10g–>Protein

This turmeric recipe is so scrumptious for serving before your special guests.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
• ½ medium-sized red onion (chopped)
• 1 small eggplant (cube shape)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric powder
• ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth, or more as required

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet on medium-high heat. 
2. Add chicken; cook and swirl until no longer pink in the center, approximately 5 minutes. 
3. Add sweet potatoes and onion; cook and mix until onion is translucent for 2 to 3 minutes. 
4. Add eggplant, garlic, ginger, and turmeric; cook until aromatic, about 1 minute.
5. Pour in the broth and bring it to a boil. 
6. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring periodically and adding more broth, if necessary, until vegetables are delicate and the stew has thickened about 20 minutes.

Tips

If desired, you can replace canola oil with olive oil and water for chicken broth.

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03 – Turmeric, Citrus & Ginger Juice

Apples, oranges, ginger, and turmeric provide a wholesome taste to this effortless juice that’s ideal when you’re on the go.

Prep Time: 5 mins         Total Time: 5 mins         Servings:1

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

163 Calories

1g Fat

46g Carbs

2g Protein

Ingredients

• 2 Fuji apples, cored and sliced
• One orange, peeled and sectioned
• ½ lemon peeled
• 1 (1 inch) piece of fresh ginger
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

Preparation

Process apples, orange, lemon, and ginger through a fine glass juicer; stir in turmeric until evenly blended.

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04 – Gold Paste

Use this golden paste in cooking or beverages. Turmeric gold paste is speedy and easy to make. Simply use fresh (ground) turmeric, pepper, coconut oil, and honey. After making the paste, you can add a tablespoon or two at the end of the cuisine of your favorite soups, stews, or cooked meals. Either add a tablespoon or more to a mug of hot water or milk (or milk substitute) for a delightful drink. Also, you can add lime, ginger, and cinnamon for a tasty break from regular tea. Always let the paste heat for at least 5 minutes before incorporating it into any of these turmeric recipes.

Prep Time: 5 mins       Total Time: 5 mins      Servings: 16       Yield:1 cup

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

77–> Calories

1g –>Fat

18g –>Carbs

0g –>Protein

Ingredients

• 1 cup of honey
• 3 tablespoons ground fresh turmeric
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

Directions

Blend honey, turmeric, coconut oil, and black pepper altogether in a resealable container using a butter knife until thoroughly synthesized. Cap and store in the refrigerator.

Cook’s Note:

Pregnant or nursing women, young children, or diabetics should seek advice from their physician before consuming turmeric.

Turmeric can stain any utensil, working area, or skin.

Keep any leftovers in the fridge for over two weeks. Just give it a stir every other day to support the flavor meld.

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05 – Readied Yellow Mustard Sauce

Make your own prepared yellow mustard. This turmeric recipe is so trouble-free, and it is considerably more nutritious to eat! You can eat this mustard sauce with a piece of loaf, buns, or fillings in the sandwiches.

Prep Time: 5 mins         Cook Time: 10 mins       Additional Time: 30 mins   Total Time: 45 mins       Servings:2 (1/4 cup)

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

103 Calories

7g Fat

5g Carbs

6g Protein

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• ¼ cup mustard powder
• 3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• ½ teaspoon quick-mixing flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
• ⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 pinch of garlic powder
• 1 pinch paprika

Directions

1. Combine water, mustard powder, vinegar, flour, salt, turmeric, garlic powder, and paprika in a small-sized saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk until a smooth texture appears. 
3. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce the flame to medium-low, and simmer, repeatedly stirring, until mustard is condensed, 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Remove the pan from heat; leave uncovered for about a minute. The lid on the saucepan until cooled to room temperature; refrigerate until chilled.

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06 – Chickpea Curry

We recommend prepping the beans at home, but canned chickpeas enable a fast, convenient dish.

Prep Time:10 minsCook Time:30 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:8

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

135 Calories

5g Fat

21g Carbs

4g Protein

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, finely chopped
• 6 whole cloves
• 2 (2-inch) sticks of cinnamon, crushed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• salt
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 2 (15-ounce) cans of garbanzo beans
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Heat oil in a big frying pan on medium heat, and fry onions until tender.
2. Stir the garlic, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, cayenne, and turmeric. 
3. Now cook for about a minute over medium flame, stirring continually. 
4. Mix garbanzo beans and their liquid in.
5. Continue cooking and go until all ingredients are well blended and heated. 
6. Remove it from heat. Stir in cilantro just before you serve, reserving one tablespoon for garnish.