What is Turmeric? Haldi

Turmeric is among top 3 spices (Coriander Cumin Turmeric) used in Indian cooking

Use of Turmeric Cardamom Black Peppercorn And Mustard dates back to 3000 BC in the Indus valley

In Hindi, Turmeric is called 'Haldi'.

Turmeric under-ground stem of Turmeric plant. Technically, it is not called root; it is called rhizome instead.

Turmeric contains up to 5% volatile oils and up to 3% Curcumin. These give it a earthy bitter peppery flavor with mustard like smell

To make curry, Turmeric powder is lightly fried lightly in cooking-fat.

Fresh Turmeric rhizomes are used just like ginger. Fresh rhizomes are also pickled

In United States, Turmeric powder is used to color the pour-able mustard, chicken broths (soups)

Curcumin has been found to prevent Alzheimer's disease. It may also help with Pancreatic Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Colorectal cancer.

Topically applied to cuts and bruises.

Anti-inflammatory

How to make Turmeric Powder?

1. Turmeric Powder is made from dried Turmeric rhizomes. Wash Turmeric rhizomes to thoroughly clean the rhizomes.

2. Boil in water till the internals are pulped

3. Dry in hot sun or oven

4. Peel and discard the hard covering

5. Grind to a fine orange-yellow color powder