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Turmeric

A spice made from the powdered stem of a plant, it is a yellow/orange coloured powder that imparts a bright yellow color to food and has a distinctive yet delicate flavour. Known as Haldi in Indian Cookery..

Turmeric
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A spice made from the powdered stem of a plant, it is a yellow/orange coloured powder that imparts a bright yellow color to food and has a distinctive yet delicate flavour. Known as Haldi in Indian Cookery. It is used in American Mustard, in Piccalilli and in many curries to give colour and flavour.