Turmeric ground - 1kg

Botany of Turmeric or Turmeric Turmeric is native to southern India and is also grown in South Africa. Turmeric, or turmeric, is a perennial, herbaceous plant of the ginger family. Turmeric reaches a height of about 1 m and bears long simple leaves on long petioles. The leaves emerge from the roots, which are just below the surface. Things to know about turmeric The roots have been used as a spice or as a textile dye since ancient times. In ancient times, turmeric was also used as a perfume. The root has a slightly peppery aroma and tastes slightly bitter. It has a strong coloring effect. Textiles and eggs can be easily dyed with it. To make the powder, the roots are dried in the sun for 5-7 days and then ground by hand or in drums. Turmeric is usually sold ground. Turmeric is also cut into small cubes for teas or some Indian dishes. Distillation yields 1.3% to 5.5% essential oil. The coloring agent is curcumin, which is also an antioxidant. Dyeing paper with turmeric, with the addition of alkali, it turns yellow, then red - brown, and when drying, purple. Use of turmeric or turmeric: Turmeric is often used for mustard, relishes, cucumbers, spice butter, vegetables, egg dishes, poultry, rice, curries, fish, pork. Our spices are without preservatives, colorings and flavor enhancers. Buy turmeric online from Eder Spices, you will always receive fresh spices from ongoing deliveries from our suppliers