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Turmeric Brew
Warm Filipino turmeric-and-ginger brew with calamansi, honey, and black pepper, served as a flavourful caffeine-free drink.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4
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Ingredients
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Method
- Wear gloves if desired because fresh turmeric stains strongly. Scrub and slice turmeric and ginger.
- Combine water, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, peppercorns, and salt in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer gently for 10–12 minutes.
- Remove the turmeric brew from the heat, cover the pot, and let the rhizomes infuse for 5 minutes before straining.
- Strain into a clean heatproof jug.
- Sweeten while warm, then add calamansi only after the brew has cooled slightly so its fresh aroma remains.
- Taste and dilute with hot water if the turmeric is too earthy or peppery.
- Serve warm, or chill promptly for an iced version.