Description
A bright and soothing Indonesian turmeric ginger drink, served warm or chilled, with a vibrant flavor and wellness benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 4 to 5 inches fresh turmeric root, scrubbed and sliced (about 3/4 cup loosely packed slices)
- 2 to 3 inches fresh ginger root, scrubbed and sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey, plus more to taste
- Juice of 2 limes (or 1 large lemon), plus extra wedges for serving
- 1 to 2 tablespoons tamarind paste (optional)
- Pinch of ground black pepper
- Ice cubes, for serving chilled
Instructions
- Scrub the turmeric and ginger well. Lightly crush each slice with the flat side of a knife or rolling pin.
- Add water, sliced turmeric, and sliced ginger to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Stir in tamarind paste (if using) and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in honey and black pepper. Adjust sweetness as desired.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then carefully blend the mixture until smooth.
- Strain using a fine-mesh strainer or nut milk bag into a large bowl or pitcher. Discard pulp.
- Stir in lime juice. Adjust flavor with extra lime, honey, or water if needed.
- Serve warm or chilled over ice.
Notes
Crushing the turmeric and ginger before simmering enhances flavor. Store in the fridge for up to 4–5 days or freeze in ice cube trays for quick servings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: jamu, turmeric drink, ginger tonic, herbal juice, Indonesian beverage