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Turmeric
Also known as: curcuma, haldi
Bright yellow spice with earthy, slightly bitter flavor. Essential to Indian curries. Known for anti-inflammatory properties.
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Origin
India/Southeast Asia
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Storage
Airtight container away from light
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Shelf Life
3-4 years
💡 Tips & Tricks
- ✓Black pepper increases curcumin absorption by 2000%
- ✓Will stain everything - use caution
- ✓Fresh turmeric is more pungent than dried
🥗 Nutrition Highlights
Key Nutrients
Curcumin (active compound)
📖 Recipes with Turmeric
Bhutanese Spicy Chicken Stew with Bamboo Shoots and Radish
Bhutan
1 hour 10 minutes
Mrouzia
Algeria
3 hours 30 minutes
Couscous Marrakchi
Algeria
2 hours 20 minutes
Tajine Lahm Lhalou
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
Eritrean Potato and Chickpea Stew
Eritrea
1 hour 5 minutes
Djari Loubia Djazairia
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
Rechta Algéroise
Algeria
2.5 hours
Kalint Kal Kchouka
Algeria
1 hour 20 minutes
Loubia Djazairia
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
Chorba Frik Algérienne
Algeria
2 hours
Mrouzia Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds
Algeria
3 hours
Couscous aux Sept Légumes
Algeria
2 hours 15 minutes