Turmeric, also known as turmeric, is one of the most widely used spices in the world today. In addition to its exceptional taste and its beautiful intense yellow color, it has several benefits for our body. This ingredient is present in many dishes prepared at home as well as on the menus of renowned establishments.
Turmeric, a quick look at its particularities
Native to Asia, it is a long-lived herbaceous plant. It has long and deep underground stems from which emerges the rhizome of flaming orange or bright yellow color. In addition to its interest in cooking, it is also very beneficial for health.
Turmeric roots have been found to be effective in relieving heartburn and skin problems. With its powerful active ingredients, this plant is also an anti-inflammatory. For athletes, it is very useful in case of inflammation caused by intense training.
Turmeric is also an excellent antioxidant, it helps fight against oxidative stress and maintains the effectiveness of natural defenses. It is also known to protect joints and improve digestion. Regardless of how you consume this ingredient, the benefits of turmeric are recognized in many countries around the world.
In what form should turmeric be consumed?
There are 130 different species of turmeric, but the best known of all are turmeric xanthorrhiza or turmeric Longa. It also comes in several forms: powder or root. The powder is the most known and most common form when it comes to consumption. It makes its use much more practical, because it is enough to sprinkle it on a dish or to incorporate it in a drink, without losing its virtues. As for the dried roots, they first need to be softened in water at room temperature. They are then drained and crushed with a blender. The roots can also be eaten fresh, in the form of slices, to release all the flavors of turmeric and make your dishes unique.
Indulge yourself with the golden milk recipe
What if you tried a new recipe directly inspired by Ayurvedic cooking?
Also called "Golden Latte", Golden Milk is a golden colored drink due to the presence of turmeric in its recipe. Known for its many properties, Golden Milk is a great help for the proper functioning of the body, and especially to facilitate digestion. To make it, you need :
- 20 cl of almond milk ;
- Sugar (1 teaspoon);
- Coconut oil (1 teaspoon);
- Freshly grated or powdered turmeric (1/3 teaspoon);
- Grated or powdered fresh ginger (1/3 teaspoon);
- Cinnamon powder (optional)
Take a small saucepan. Pour in the almond milk and then add all the other ingredients. Heat the mixture over very low heat until it simmers and then let it steep for 5 minutes.
Turmeric is also used in soup recipes. Simply simmer a vegetable broth made of zucchini, lentils, carrots, pumpkin or other vegetables with this Indian spice for about 15 minutes. Season with a little black pepper and chopped crabmeat for better bioavailability of turmeric.
