Before the powder comes the root: Place des Épices’ organic turmeric shavings, dried Indian root simmered with fresh ginger, turn a pot of water into a golden, warming cup finished with a slice of lemon.

Serves 2 · 10 min

  1. Bring 2 cups (500 ml) water to a boil with 1 tsp turmeric shavings and 4 thin slices of fresh ginger.
  2. Lower the heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  3. Strain into two cups and add a slice of lemon to each.
  4. Sweeten with a little honey if you like and serve hot.

The star of this recipe: Turmeric Shavings, by Place des Épices.

— Clipperton