(Fresh Turmeric)
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) family of Zingiberaceae) a Perennial herbal plant, native to India and known as Haldi.
The herbal preparations are derived from the plant's yellowish-orange root, which is also used as a dye. Turmeric, prime component of curry powders, used as a spice to flavour many types of food.
If used on its own turmeric can taste musky, so to balance its taste it is usually mixed with other spices. It also forms the basis of many commercial Indian curry powders and masalas.
(Dried Finger Turmeric)
How Turmeric is used in Indian Recipes (Engl)
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) family of Zingiberaceae) a Perennial herbal plant, native to India and known as Haldi.
The herbal preparations are derived from the plant's yellowish-orange root, which is also used as a dye. Turmeric, prime component of curry powders, used as a spice to flavour many types of food.
If used on its own turmeric can taste musky, so to balance its taste it is usually mixed with other spices. It also forms the basis of many commercial Indian curry powders and masalas.
(Dried Finger Turmeric)
How Turmeric is used in Indian Recipes (Engl)
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