Turmeric
Turmeric is a golden rhizome used fresh or dried and ground. It gives food earthy flavor and a deep yellow color, especially in curries, rice dishes, soups, and spice blends.
Identity
What it is
An earthy golden spice.
Ground turmeric is strong in color and mild but distinctive in flavor. A small amount can tint a whole pot.
Used In Recipes
Aloo Gobi (Cauliflower Potato Curry)
Aloo GobiAloo Gobi (Cauliflower Potato Curry)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Authentic Chana Masala (Chickpea Masala)
Chana MasalaAuthentic Chana Masala (Chickpea Masala)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Baby Dal Khichdi (Lentils for Baby)
Baby Dal KhichdiBaby Dal Khichdi (Lentils for Baby)Medium
- 1 pinch turmeric ((optional))
Butter Chicken (Indian Chicken Makhani)
Butter ChickenButter Chicken (Indian Chicken Makhani)Medium
- ⅛ teaspoon turmeric ((haldi, optional))
Chicken Vindaloo (Restaurant Style)
Chicken VindalooChicken Vindaloo (Restaurant Style)Medium
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
Green Moong Dal (Mung Bean Curry)
Green Moong DalGreen Moong Dal (Mung Bean Curry)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Matar Paneer Recipe, How to Make Mutter Paneer
Matar PaneerMatar Paneer (Mutter Masala)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Paneer Makhani
Paneer MakhaniPaneer Makhani (Paneer Makhanwala)Medium
- ⅛ teaspoon turmeric ((haldi) (optional))
Paneer Tikka Masala
Paneer Tikka MasalaPaneer Tikka Masala (Sanjeev Kapoor)Medium
- ⅛ teaspoon turmeric ((optional))
Paneer Tikka Recipe in Oven, Air Fryer, Stovetop
Paneer TikkaPaneer Tikka (Stove Top)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
Poha (Indian Breakfast)
PohaPoha (Kanda Batata Poha)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric ((add more if needed for color))
Shahi Paneer (Restaurant Style)
Shahi PaneerShahi Paneer (Restaurant Style)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric ((optional, I use for yellow color))
Tandoori Chicken (Smoky Restaurant Style)
Tandoori ChickenTandoori Chicken (Smoky Restaurant Style)Medium
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric ((haldi, optional))
Forms, States, and Preparations
How to use it
Measure carefully and cook it with other aromatics.
Add turmeric with oil, onions, or simmering liquid so its color and earthy flavor distribute evenly.