Turmeric Powder from South Bengal
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These light, brittle munchies are peppered with our turmeric. Together with fennel seeds, hazelnuts, and white chocolate they form a bright, unusual combination.
about the spice
Turmeric or haldi/holud forms the basis of South and South East Asian spice mixes. Known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, turmeric imparts a bright tint and floral, aromatic notes to dishes.
| flavour | pungent, bitter - sweet |
| aroma | earthy, spicy |
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storage |
turmeric is widely available in dried-powdered form that needs to be stored, preferably, in glass containers, away from direct sunlight |
what you can cook with it
Turmeric is versatile in its applicability. Smear a good pinch of it with salt before frying fish, blend it in veg/non-veg stews or pair it with white chocolate like in this recipe of our biscotti.
| botanical name | Curcuma longa |
| origin | Sundarbans, West Bengal |
| processing | washed, dried and powdered |
| medicinal value | anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant |