Description
Turmeric is a rhizome plant native to Southeast Asia, and is also called “Indian saffron”.
- Appearance:
It’s a deep orange-yellow powder.
- Flavor:
It has a warm, bitter, black pepper-like flavor and earthy, mustard-like aroma.
- Culinary Uses:
- Widely used in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Ethiopian cuisine.
- Lends curry its distinctive yellow color and flavor.
- Used as a natural coloring agent in cheese, butter, and other foods.
- A key ingredient in curry powder, along with other spices like chili powder, coriander, and cumin.
- Adds color and flavor to dishes like curry, rice, and other vegetable preparations.
- Health Benefits:
- Rich in curcumin, a compound with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiplatelet properties.
- May help with digestion, reduce inflammation, and even offer potential benefits in cancer treatment.
- Rich in curcumin, a compound with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiplatelet properties.
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