Cozy Ginger Latte: Your Perfect Remedy for Seasonal Colds!
Homemade Ginger Syrup and Delicious Ginger Latte Recipe – Ideal for Cold Prevention and a Coffee Alternative
Combat the changing seasons and winter chills with this homemade ginger syrup, a powerful ally for cold prevention. We’ll guide you through making the syrup and then transforming it into a delightful ginger latte, a flavorful and warming alternative to coffee.
For the Ginger Syrup- 1kg Fresh Ginger
- 500g White Sugar
- 300g Honey
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
For the Ginger Latte- 2 tsp Homemade Ginger Syrup
- 1/2 Cup (120ml) Milk
- Pinch of Cinnamon Powder (to taste)
- 2 tsp Homemade Ginger Syrup
- 1/2 Cup (120ml) Milk
- Pinch of Cinnamon Powder (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by washing the ginger thoroughly. Break it into manageable pieces and soak them in water to make peeling easier. Use a spoon or a paring knife to gently scrape off the skin; fresh ginger peels quite readily. This step ensures you have clean ginger ready for processing.
Step 2
After peeling, rinse the ginger 2-3 times under cold running water to remove any residual dirt. Drain the ginger well. Don’t worry if some small bits of peel remain; these can be processed with the rest of the ginger when juicing. The goal is to get most of the skin off without excessive effort.
Step 3
Place the peeled ginger into a juicer to extract all the fresh ginger juice. If you don’t have a juicer, you can blend the ginger in a food processor or blender with a little water until smooth, then strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Alternatively, grate the ginger finely using a microplane or grater.
Step 4
Pour the extracted ginger juice into a container and let it sit undisturbed for about 2 hours. This allows the starchy sediment to settle at the bottom, which helps to remove the ginger’s natural bitterness.
Step 5
The settled starch residue is valuable! Spread it thinly on a baking sheet or parchment paper and freeze it. Once frozen, you can break it apart easily. This dried ginger powder can be used later to add flavor to fish dishes or kimchi.
Step 6
Prepare your glass jars for the ginger syrup by sterilizing them in boiling water from the start. Ensure they are completely dry before filling. This is crucial for proper preservation.
Step 7
Once the starch has settled in the ginger juice, carefully pour off the clear liquid from the top, discarding the settled starch. You can gently press the remaining starch to extract a little more juice if desired before discarding.
Step 8
In a pot, combine the clear ginger juice and white sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Add the honey and the cinnamon stick. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently on low heat for 2 hours. Skimming the foam prevents overflow and ensures a cleaner syrup.
Step 9
After simmering for 2 hours, the ginger syrup will have thickened considerably. Remove the cinnamon stick, as its primary purpose was to infuse flavor. Carefully ladle the hot ginger syrup into the sterilized glass jars.
Step 10
*This recipe yields approximately two jars of delicious homemade ginger syrup. Now, let’s use this wonderful syrup to create a comforting and sweet ginger latte!
Step 11
Warm the milk by heating it in the microwave for about 2 minutes until it’s comfortably hot. Pour the warmed milk into a mug. Add 2 teaspoons of the homemade ginger syrup and stir well to combine. For an extra touch of warmth and aroma, sprinkle a little cinnamon powder on top. Your nourishing ginger latte is now ready to enjoy!
