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Golden Paste Recipe
Mary Johnson

Golden Paste Recipe (Homemade Turmeric Golden Paste)

Learn how to make a simple homemade golden paste recipe using turmeric, black pepper, coconut oil, and water. This easy turmeric paste takes about 15 minutes to prepare and can be used in drinks, smoothies, and everyday meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • - ½ cup 50g turmeric powder
  • - 1 cup 240ml filtered water
  • - 1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • - 70ml ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
  • Optional:
  • - ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • - ½ teaspoon ginger powder or fresh ginger
  • - Raw honey added after cooling
  • - A few drops of vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Wooden or silicone spoon
  • - Fine grater (if using fresh turmeric)
  • - Clean glass jar with airtight lid

Method
 

  1. Add turmeric powder and water to a small saucepan and mix until smooth with no lumps.
    Golden paste recipe ingredients including turmeric powder, black pepper, coconut oil, and water
  2. Cook the mixture over low to medium-low heat for 7–10 minutes, stirring constantly until it thickens into a paste.
  3. Remove from heat and add black pepper and coconut oil while the mixture is still warm. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Allow the golden paste to cool completely.
  5. Transfer the paste into a clean glass jar with an airtight lid and store it in the refrigerator.
    Making homemade turmeric golden paste by mixing turmeric, water, black pepper, and coconut oil
  6. Use ½ to 1 teaspoon in drinks, smoothies, soups, or meals as desired.

Notes

- Store homemade golden paste in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 weeks.
- Use a clean, dry spoon each time to keep the paste fresh.
- For a smoother texture, use freshly ground black pepper and high-quality turmeric powder.
- Fresh turmeric root can be used instead of turmeric powder for a more aromatic flavor.
- Add honey only after the paste has cooled.
- Adjust the water quantity slightly to achieve your preferred consistency.