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A simple DIY for turmeric honey, made with three ingredients, including a list of uses such as turmeric honey shots (recipe included!)
Over this past year or so I’ve become absolutely turmeric obsessed. This turmeric honey ‘paste’ is a super simple way to incorporate it into your lifestyle.
I’ve already posted recipes for a golden spice mix, Turmeric paste, and golden milk. However, this Turmeric honey takes my turmeric DIYs to a whole new level of simplicity. Plus, there are tons of ways to use this honey too.
Oh, and this honey can be made using either fresh or powdered turmeric, so ultimate convenience for whatever you have on hand.
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How to make turmeric honey
As you can probably guess, making homemade turmeric honey takes just a few minutes (or even less!), and three ingredients; turmeric, honey, and black pepper.
Black pepper is needed to increase the bio-availability of the powerful active ingredient in turmeric called curcumin. So it definitely shouldn’t be missed out.
With Ground Turmeric: This method is the easiest way to make turmeric honey, and literally takes seconds to pull together. Simply combine the ground turmeric, honey, and black pepper. Store it in an airtight jar, kept at room temperature.
With Fresh Turmeric: This method isn’t necessarily trickier, but definitely messier. Turmeric likes to stain everything it comes in contact with, so just be careful about what kitchen tools you use and, I’ll often wear gloves when handling it as it dyes the skin temporarily, too.
Simply peel the skin from the turmeric root, finely grate it, and then combine with the honey and pepper. This can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for between 2-3 weeks.
Optional add-ins
- Ginger – For more of a ‘Golden’ vibe, you can add in some ginger powder or even fresh ginger. You only need a really tiny amount to make a lot of flavor difference.
- Cinnamon – Cinnamon and honey are a match made in heaven, and a lovely way to boost the flavor of this turmeric honey.
- Other spices – such as nutmeg, clove, cardamom.
How to use
There are a variety of ways that you can use this honey concoction, but perhaps my favorite is as a base for turmeric, honey, apple cider vinegar (or lemon/lime juice) shots.
The Turmeric Honey Shots: Combine 1 tsp of this honey with 2 tbsp of either apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, or lime juice, and 2 tbsp of filtered water, mix well and then drink as a shot. Voila! and no juicer required.
Other uses include:
- As a spread for toast, bagels, or even cake – like this Simple Homemade Multigrain Bread, Whole Wheat Bread, or even Banana Bread (Naturally Sweetened)
- Mixed into yogurt bowls – and topped with Homemade Granola and fruit.
- Add to smoothies – For a nutrient-boosting sweet treat
- Used as a binding agent in non-baked granola bars and raw treats
- To make turmeric tea – I touch on this in my Turmeric Paste recipe. Try to serve with warm water, instead of hot water.
More turmeric recipes
- DIY Turmeric Tincture: Nature’s Golden Medicine
- Ginger Turmeric Energy Shots (juicer recipe)
- How To Make Turmeric Tea
- Easy 5-Minute Golden Milk
If you have any questions, leave a comment below Also, I love seeing your recreations so feel free to tag me on Instagram @AlphaFoodie.
Turmeric Honey and Turmeric-Honey Shots
Equipment
- Airtight jar for storing
Ingredients
Turmeric Honey
- 1 cup raw honey
- 2.5 Tbsp ground turmeric powder or 6-8" frsh turmeric root, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Turmeric Honey Shots
- 1 tsp turmeric honey mixture (or more to taste)
- 2 Tbsp citrus juice or apple cider vinegar (lemon or orange)
- 2 Tbsp water
Instructions
The Turmeric Honey:
- With Ground Turmeric: This method is the easiest way to make turmeric honey and literally takes seconds to pull together. Simply combine the ground turmeric, honey, and black pepper. Store it in an airtight jar, kept at room temperature.
- With Fresh Turmeric: Simply peel the skin from the turmeric root, finely grate it, and then combine with the honey and pepper. This can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for between 2-3 weeks. *
The Turmeric Honey Shots:
- Combine 1 tsp of this honey with 2 tbsp of either apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, or lime juice, and 2 tbsp of filtered water, mix well and then drink as a shot. Voila!
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Notes
- As a spread for toast, bagels, or even cake – like this Simple Homemade Multigrain Bread, Whole Wheat Bread, or even Banana Bread (Naturally Sweetened)
- Mixed into yogurt bowls – and topped with Homemade Granola and fruit.
- Add to smoothies – For a nutrient boosting sweet treat
- Used as a binding agent in non-baked granola bars and raw treats
- To make turmeric tea – I touch on this in my Turmeric Paste recipe. Try to serve with warm water, instead of hot water.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
how long honey turmeric mixture in room temperature
Hi Nadia,
It can last in an air-tight container at rooms temperature for about 2 months.
How much honey do I add to the turmeric golden paste?
Hi Angie!
The exact ingredients are on the recipe card! I use 1 cup honey and 2 and 1/2 tbsp turmeric powder and 1 tsp black pepper, hope this helps!
I read something about raw honey,apple cider vinegar mother, turmanic and cayenne.
Can you tell what all of these put together can do for our bodies.please. Thanks Priscilla
They all are very beneficial, Priscilla. I’ve linked to some more reading material in my blog posts.
Can you freeze the turmeric honey mix made using fresh turmeric?
Hi Saria.
I don’t recommend freezing the mixture at all.
I take a shot very similar to this.
Ginger, lime, honey, aloe Vera, turmeric, chia seeds & flanax seeds.
Sounds great. Thanks for sharing, Raju.
Thanks for finally writing about > Simple Turmeric Honey Paste (+ Uses) – Alphafoodie < Liked it!
Thank you for your comment, Katrin.
How much a day should I take?
Hi Becca,
You can take 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric honey up to 3 times a day.
I have been using turmeric in a few recipes for a while and it is very helpful for your body. My Dr, gi dr called me to let me know about my lab results and was very interested in my share what I was doing,.He said he was jealous about the way my body has changed since August of 2014.I have been using turmeric/curcumin for a year now and I can tell the difference
Hi Max,
I am happy to hear you are reaping the benefits of turmeric. It’s indeed a great ingredient and I, too, love using it in various recipes (as you might have seen on my blog) 🙂
Hi Samira,
Thank you for this recipe! How long does this store for and does it need refrigeration?
Hi Christopher,
You can store the honey mix in an airtight jar, at room temperature, for about 2 months.
Hello, I am using this recipe, but how can I make it more kid friendly? Our 6 yr. Old has been sneezing alot and has a runny nose. Can I exclude the pepper? Thank you so much
Hi Lisa.
The pepper helps with the absorption of turmeric. Maybe you could add a tiny bit of the turmeric honey to a fruit juice or tea or mixed into a yogurt bowl – this should “dilute” the strong flavor. Please note that these suggestions are not a substitute for professional medical advice – it’s best to consult your doctor for their expert opinion.
How many times a day can I do the honey/turmeric shots?
Hi Debbie,
For the shots, it’s best to consume them once a day. You can take 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric honey up to 3 times a day.
What is the right time to take tumeric honey shot? does it to be empty stomach?
Hi Thierry,
You don’t have to take it on an empty stomach. It’s up to personal preference when you want to consume it.