Jamu Recipe | Indonesian Turmeric Ginger Drink
A traditional Indonesian turmeric ginger drink known for its earthy warmth and potential health benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Indonesian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- Honey to taste (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Ensure you have fresh turmeric, ginger, honey, lemon juice, and water on hand.
- Prepare the turmeric and ginger: Peel and grate them finely.
- Boil water: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Infuse the mixture: Add the grated turmeric and ginger to the boiling water and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Strain the mixture: Strain the liquid into a mug or bowl to remove solid bits.
- Add honey and lemon juice: Stir in honey and lemon juice while still warm.
- Serve and enjoy: Pour into a glass and enjoy warm or chill for an iced version.
Notes
For weight loss, enjoy Jamu on an empty stomach in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Jamu, turmeric, ginger, drink, herbal, weight loss, Indonesian