Surely for many, the morning begins with a cup of coffee. This invigorating drink can have different tastes, because many recipes have been invented for its preparation. Judging by the reviews, a rather rare cooking option with a very original taste is turmeric coffee. This ingredient has healing properties, and therefore the drink will be useful for the body. What is turmeric? Is the combination of this spice with coffee successful? What taste does an invigorating drink get if refilled with this component? Such questions are mainly of interest to those who are tired of regular coffee in the morning. A description of the taste of coffee with turmeric and methods for its preparation are presented in this article.
Acquaintance with Spice
According to experts, many consumers do not know that turmeric is a monocotyledonous herb from the ginger family. Often confused with ginger. You should know that you can combine these spices with each other, but you can not replace them. Ready-to-use turmeric looks like a bright yellow fine powder. In this form, it is packaged and put on the shelves in bags. In fact, turmeric is the root, which is also called "golden". India is considered his homeland. Turmeric, or “turmeric” (the second name of the root), is not only a piquant spice, but also an effective tool used to treat certain ailments.
Can I combine coffee with turmeric?
Judging by numerous consumer reviews, fans of an invigorating drink are interested in how harmful coffee is to humans? Undoubtedly, it is often impossible to drink it in large quantities. Otherwise, over time, you will feel that the heart, blood vessels are no longer functioning as before. In addition, if you do not observe the measure, coffee negatively affects the nervous system. According to experts, turmeric eliminates the bad effect of an invigorating drink on the body.
For example, after drinking coffee with turmeric, the circulatory system reaction to the drink softens, as a result of which the pressure decreases, and the heart rate is not disturbed. If you add a pinch of this spice to the cup, then there will be no need to pour sugar, since the drink will already turn out to be quite sweet. Judging by numerous consumer reviews, coffee with turmeric has a very pleasant taste and aroma.
About the beneficial properties of the golden root
According to experts, turmeric is used in areas such as diet and medical menu. Thanks to curcumin, which is the main antioxidant, turmeric has the following effects on the human body:
- It detoxifies the liver.
- Eliminates free radicals.
- Improves brain function.
- Reduces inflammatory processes.
- Regulates metabolic processes, protein digestion and digestion.
- Restores intestinal microflora.
- It cleanses the blood.
Turmeric is also used as a treatment for diabetes. The golden root is a good anticarcinogen, and therefore it is used as an antiviral and anti-inflammatory agent. In general, the use of spices has a positive effect on skin condition and health.
About root contraindications
Despite the undeniable benefits, not everyone is allowed to drink coffee with turmeric. Due to the fact that turmeric enhances the pancreas, people with gastritis, hepatitis and pancreatitis should not drink an invigorating drink with this spice. Women during pregnancy should also exclude turmeric from their diet. It is undesirable to add a golden root to coffee for people with individual intolerance. Otherwise, allergic reactions may appear in the form of itching and rashes on the body. If there is personal intolerance to the golden root, then you will have to completely eliminate it from your diet. If you intend to use spices in an invigorating drink, you can use one of the following recipes.
Coffee with cinnamon. Structure
According to the recipe, coffee with turmeric in its composition should contain the following ingredients:
- Ground cinnamon. It takes half a teaspoon.
- Honey (0.5 tsp).
- Freshly ground coffee (two spoons).
- Water (0.2 L).
- Turmeric (0.5 tsp).
About cooking
Make coffee with turmeric as follows. First, all the necessary components are poured into a Turk. Next, pure water is poured into the container and put on fire. Wait until the water boils. After the liquid you need to cool slightly and season with honey. Judging by the reviews, the coffee is very invigorating. In addition, it contains honey and spices containing beneficial substances.
For lovers of latte
If you like latte, then you can experiment and make an invigorating drink according to the following recipe. They make coffee from the following products:
- Soy, coconut or cow's milk. Enough will be 200 ml.
- Two teaspoons of ground coffee.
- Turmeric (2 g).
- Honey or sugar.
You need to prepare a drink in a Turk. First of all, you should warm the milk without bringing it to a boil. Next, spices and ground coffee are added to the Turk, and again it is put on fire. After a few minutes, the drink will be infused. Now it can be seasoned with honey or sugar. Which ingredient to use, and in what quantity each one decides at his own discretion. The finished coffee has a bright color and an unusual soft finish.
According to experts, the energy value of the drink will be greater if you additionally use coconut oil. This can be done if coconut milk is the basis of coffee. The mixture is prepared using a blender. According to consumers, coffee with coconut oil is very satisfying. It can also be used as an energy drink.
With pepper
Among the various cooking options, an invigorating drink is very popular among coffee lovers, in addition to turmeric there is also black pepper. If you believe the experts, then all the beneficial properties of the golden root are better revealed with pepper.
Often, many consumers do not know how much of this ingredient to put in the drink. Experts advise that the amount of black pepper of the amount of the golden root is at least 4%. The composition of coffee is represented by the following components:
- Ground coffee (two teaspoons).
- Water (0.2 L).
- Turmeric Powder. You will need 2-3 tablespoons.
Ground black pepper should be taken very little, namely on the tip of the knife. As in previous cases, you need a Turk to make a drink. In it, the mixture is first heated, and then refilled with ground coffee. It is necessary to heat the liquid in order to better reveal the taste and aromatic properties of each component. A warm Turk is filled with water. Next, you need to put it on fire, and then season with yellow root powder and black pepper. Some add a pinch of salt. The drink is infused for several minutes, after which it can be poured into cups.
Initially, such an invigorating drink was known only in the East. Today, due to the exotic combination and unusual taste, coffee with black pepper and golden root powder is quite popular all over the world. In addition, it is very useful. The fact is that pepper is a good antioxidant with a high antibacterial effect.
Finally
If you appreciate first of all the original and bright taste, then it is better to season coffee with various spices. On store shelves they are presented in a wide assortment.
Those who decide to season an invigorating drink with a golden root should first of all familiarize themselves with its properties. The main thing is that consumption does not cause health problems.