Description
A member of the Zingiberaceae family, turmeric is indigenous to Southeastern and Eastern Asia. It has been a staple in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for centuries – reports of its use can be traced back to 600 BC. Today, you’ll find turmeric mostly cultivated in India and as a standout ingredient in kitchens worldwide.
It is useful in face masks to reduce swelling and redness. For first time use test on a small section of skin to see if your skin responds well to this earthy root. If it stains it will go away after a few days.
Other uses:
Turmeric brings brilliant color and a robust, warm, peppery flavor to your favorite dishes. It’s best known as the primary spice in curry, and it’s also a standout in a variety of Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines. Sprinkle it in meat, rice, vegetable, and seafood dishes or use it to brew soothing golden milk.
Turmeric is more than a popular organic seasoning. Its distinctive orange-yellow color has made it useful in fabric dyes as well.
Common Names: Curcumin, Jiang Huang
- Botanical Name: Curcuma longa
- Origin: India
- Non-Irradiated and No-ETO
- Certified Kosher
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