Jama is a traditional drink from Bali that is used as a health tonic, and is easy to make at home. You may be wondering, "but why would Jamu be good for me?" Well, Jamu contains a blend of natural ingredients that have been used traditionally for their anti-inflammatory, immune and digestive properties.
Ingredients
150g of fresh Tumeric Root (or 50g of powdered)
4 Cups of Water
40g of fresh Ginger Root
A pinch of powdered black pepper
Juice of 4 Lemons or Limes
1 Tablespoon of Manuka or Raw Honey
2 Tablespoons of Raw Honey
Directions
Peel or scrub turmeric and ginger and then slice into 1cm pieces
Add 4 cups of water, pepper, ginger and turmeric to a blender/food processor and blitz until combined and smooth
Place the mixture into a pot and simmer for 20 mins, stirring regularly
Remove from the heat and allow to cool for 5 mins
Add the honey and lemon OR lime juice and stir
Allow to cool and then strain through a sieve and cloth (a new chux cloth works well) then bottle to store in the fridge for up to 7 days
Can be enjoyed cold as a tonic or add to hot water and consume as a tea
