Jamu Recipe | Indonesian Turmeric Ginger Drink
A traditional Indonesian herbal drink made with turmeric and ginger, known for its potential health benefits and support for weight loss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Indonesian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons fresh turmeric (peeled and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (peeled and chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup/agave)
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients.
- Prepare the Roots: Peel and chop the turmeric and ginger.
- Boil Water: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Simmer: Add turmeric and ginger, let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a heatproof container.
- Add Honey and Lemon: Stir in honey and lemon juice until dissolved.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour into a glass and sip warm or chilled.
Notes
For optimal weight loss benefits, consume daily on an empty stomach. Can be refrigerated for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: jamu, turmeric, ginger, weight loss, Indonesian drink