Spice Collection

A Robust Root from South Asia

Curry buns, anyone?

JM Heatherly
The Daily Cuppa
Published in
Feb 22
Photo by Tamanna Rumee on Unsplash

One finds turmeric in India and tropical Asia, where over 40 varieties exist on the subcontinent. This tuber contains a compound called curcumin — which gives its yellow color. This root provides the base for curries and finds use in Ayurveda, where it’s called haridra.

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JM Heatherly
The Daily Cuppa

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