Anyone who thinks that turmeric is only used in the kitchen should hold on tight. The spice turmeric, also known as curcuma, is more than just an ingredient in curry.
Indian root with ayurvedic use
The miracle tuber turmeric, is a plant native to India and South East Asia. From Arabia via Spain, turmeric found its way to Europe, where it is becoming increasingly important. While turmeric is mainly used in the kitchen in Europe, it is essential in Indian medicine. In Ayurvedic medicine, turmeric has been given the symbol of the sun. Its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects combine the three doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha).
A brief explanation: Ayurveda stands for wisdom of life or life science and consists of the following elements: Massages and cleansing techniques, nutritional teachings, spiritual yoga practice and herbal medicine. The aim is to keep the three doshas (vata – movement principle, pitta – metabolic principle and kapha – structural principle), which are known as life energies, in balance through these elements. If one of these vital energies is out of balance, you are not healthy.
Turmeric brings you luck - not just in the kitchen
In India, turmeric also has a lucky meaning and is used in some rituals. For example, the bride and groom are rubbed with a special turmeric mixture before the wedding. This ritual is said to protect the couple from evil spirits and gives their complexion a golden glow so that they are particularly radiant when they meet at the ceremony. Certain tribes carry a piece of turmeric with them to drive away evil spirits.
The spice of India
In India, turmeric is mainly used as a powder and is an important ingredient in various curry mixtures. Curry is a must in lentil dishes, vegetable dishes, fish and chicken dishes. This explains why India is the largest producer of turmeric in the world and has the highest consumption of 2g per day per inhabitant.
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The “blooming” process is used for those spices that need an extra invitation, so to speak, to develop their full flavour and intense colour in your dishes. Turmeric is one of these spices!
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The miracle tuber gives its yellow colour
Did you know that turmeric is also used for colouring?
Turmeric has perfect colouring properties and is also cheaper than saffron, which is also suitable for dyeing. Not only are foods such as rice, pasta and sausages coloured with turmeric on an industrial scale, but also textiles, leather and wood. Garments can also be easily dyed or recoloured at home. All you need is an old pot, vinegar, water, turmeric, the fabric you want to dye and enough time. Have the courage to add colour to your clothes!
You can find out more about the yellow wonder tuber on our Turmeric spice page.
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