PCOS Friendly Ginger Garlic Paste with Turmeric
This golden, fragrant paste is one of those kitchen staples that quietly transforms everything it touches — stir-fries, marinades, soups, roasted vegetables, you name it. Each of the three core ingredients brings serious anti-inflammatory credentials to the table: ginger and garlic are well-studied for supporting hormonal balance and reducing inflammation, while turmeric adds its signature warmth and the compound that makes it such a standout for managing symptoms. A splash of extra virgin olive oil helps bind everything together and supports absorption of fat-soluble compounds, making this more than just a flavor boost. The whole thing comes together in a blender or food processor in under five minutes, with no cooking required. Store-bought versions often contain preservatives, fillers, or refined oils that you'd rather avoid, so making your own puts you fully in control of what goes in. Freeze it in an ice cube tray and you'll have perfectly portioned flavor bombs ready to drop straight into a hot pan whenever you need them — no peeling, no chopping, no excuses.
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16 servings
- 6 oz fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 6 oz garlic cloves, peeled (about 2 heads)
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to a food processor or blender. Pulse 8–10 times until the mixture is roughly broken down.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil and process continuously for 30–60 seconds, scraping down the sides once, until the paste is smooth and uniform with no large chunks remaining.
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