How well do you know turmeric? It is said to be called the golden miracle root because of its healing properties. With the launch of ourTurmeric Balls and now also the Turmeric Vanilla spice mixture for Golden Milk, we have some information for you about this herbaceous plant from which the popular spice for Asian dishes is obtained.
In addition to its intense color, the miracle root turmeric also has other great properties.
Turmeric: origin and appearance
Turmeric root is native to Southeast Asia and is a member of the ginger family. The turmeric plant can grow up to one meter high and is either ground pure, dried or used as a fresh root. From the outside you can clearly see that it belongs to the ginger bulb, but what's inside reveals what's characteristic: the strong yellow-orange color. The substance curcumin it contains ensures this intense color.
Possible uses of turmeric
We traditionally use turmeric as a spice for curries, chutneys or hot drinks such as golden milk . Pure or in spice mixtures, it gives food or drinks their characteristic yellow color. In terms of taste, the spice has a nutty, earthy and also a hint of bitter note. Therefore, be sparing when seasoning and rather add more seasoning.
The turmeric tuber is ideal for refining Asian dishes a little, whether soup, rice or noodle dishes. You can also use it to make your own turmeric paste or simply season your oven-baked vegetables with it. You can see how versatile you can use the spice. Classic traditional dishes include: vegan Indian Korma or Tikka Masala.
Positive properties of turmeric
The miracle root has long been considered an Ayurvedic medicinal root in Southeast Asia. Ayurveda is a traditional Indian healing art and focuses, among other things, on the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of the human body. In this context, turmeric root is said to have an anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving and digestive effect. In addition, the yellow spice is said to protect the body's cells due to its antioxidant effect. There are other potential positive effects, such as use for rheumatism or against cancer.
Vegan turmeric balls
Our vegan pea-based turmeric balls combine the benefits and positive properties of the medicinal root and are also ideal for your protein-rich diet. They go great with Southeast Asian cuisine. For example, you can finally refine your curry, tikka masala or korma with the delicious and spicy turmeric balls and enjoy the dishes 100% vegan.
In addition to our turmeric balls, turmeric is also included in our Easy To Spice African Safari spice mix . The spicy, intense taste with cardamom, turmeric, cumin and allspice gives your next Asian dish that certain something.
Turmeric Vanilla Spice Blend
In addition to the delicious vegan turmeric balls, we now also have the high-quality turmeric vanilla spice mixture in our range. The spice is perfect for Golden Milk. The popular drink is super invigorating and boosts the immune system in the cold season.
Thanks to our Golden Milk Box , which contains the turmeric vanilla spice and the organic oat drink, you can conjure up vegan Golden Milk in no time.