Description
Turmeric is a perennial herb belonging to the ginger family with a thick rhizome, brown on the outside and bright orange-yellow on the inside. Turmeric has broad, oval leaves and yellow flowers that usually grow near the rhizome. Turmeric has a warm, slightly bitter taste with a unique earthy aroma. Its spicy flavor is similar to ginger, but milder, and is often used to add color and flavor to dishes. Turmeric is widely used in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines, often in curries, stews, and rice dishes. It is not only used as a condiment, but can also be used to make drinks such as turmeric milk and turmeric tea.