Breakfast
Salep (orchid hot drink)
A thick, creamy hot drink made with salep powder, derived from orchid tubers, gently flavoured with cinnamon. It is drunk hot in winter, especially in the morning or late in the day.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Optional extras
Instructions
- Mix the salep powder with a little cold milk to avoid lumps.
- Pour the rest of the milk into a saucepan and add the sugar.
- Add the mixture you prepared and whisk over medium heat.
- Heat while whisking constantly for 5 to 7 minutes, until the drink clearly thickens.
- Serve hot, dusted with cinnamon.
Variations and tips
Almond version. Replace half the milk with almond milk for a softer flavour and a plant-based version.
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Original Ecomely recipe.