turmeric (Curcuma longa)

• Turmeric is is a plant of the ginger family.
• The rhizomes can be used directly similar to the way you might use root ginger. They will impart an orange-yellow colour.
• Turmeric is widely available as a dried bright orange-yellow powder. The roots are boiled, dried and ground into a powder.
• Turmeric is a key ingredient in curry powder and garam masala.