How to Use Organic Raw Salep in Hot Drinks and Desserts

Quick answer

Use organic raw salep powder to make a warm, creamy drink by whisking it with milk and sugar, or stir it into dessert bases as a natural thickener for a subtle floral flavor.

How to make a hot salep beverage

1. Mix the powder with cold liquid first: In a small bowl, whisk 1 teaspoon (about 3g) of organic raw salep powder with 2 tablespoons of cold milk until smooth. This creates a slurry that prevents lumps when added to hot liquid. Skipping this step leads to clumps that are hard to dissolve later.
2. Heat the base liquid gently: In a saucepan, warm 1 cup (240ml) of milk over medium-low heat. Do not let it boil. Once small bubbles appear around the edges, slowly pour in the salep slurry while whisking continuously. Boiling milk can cause the salep to separate and form a skin on top.
3. Simmer and sweeten to taste: Continue whisking over low heat for 2-3 minutes until the drink thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in 1-2 teaspoons of sugar, honey, or your preferred sweetener. Pour into a cup and top with ground cinnamon or chopped nuts. Raw salep has no natural sweetness, so adjust sweetener to your preference.
4. Use as a dessert thickener: For puddings or custards, mix 2 teaspoons (about 6g) of salep powder into the cold base (milk or cream) before heating. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches the desired thickness. Remove from heat and chill to set. Salep thickens more as it cools, so stop heating when it is slightly thinner than your target texture.

Product facts

• Holistic Corner Organic Raw Salep 35g: Holistic Corner Organic Raw Salep 35g is a warm, creamy drink powder made from ground orchid tubers, cherished for its aromatic and comforting qualities. This pure powder gives you authentic flavor without additives, so you can pair it with cinnamon or nuts and control the sweetness yourself.