Turmeric

Our ground turmeric is a vibrant, golden spice with an earthy, slightly bitter warmth that has been used in cooking and traditional medicine for over 4,000 years. The active compound curcumin gives turmeric its extraordinary golden colour and has been the subject of extensive research into its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties — making turmeric one of the most studied and celebrated functional spices in the world.

In the kitchen, turmeric is indispensable — adding its distinctive golden hue and earthy warmth to curries, dals, rice dishes, and spice blends. It is the spice that gives curry powder its colour, mustard its golden tone, and golden lattes their beautiful warmth. Use it generously in cooking, where heat helps to activate its flavour and colour.

Key uses:

• Curries and dals — the essential golden spice of South Asian cooking
• Golden lattes — whisk with warm milk, black pepper, and honey
• Rice dishes — add a pinch to cooking water for beautiful golden rice
• Spice blends — curry powder, ras el hanout, and berbere
• Soups and dressings — adds colour, warmth, and nutritional value

Tip: Combine with black pepper to significantly enhance curcumin absorption — piperine in black pepper increases bioavailability by up to 2,000%.

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