How to Buy Ground Turmeric

Unlike many spices, turmeric must be kept in a sealed container.

A root from the ginger family, turmeric is a spice commonly used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. Turmeric has a bitter, pungent taste and a bright yellow-orange color. It is commonly used in curries, stews, rice dishes, and prepared mustard and pickles.

Supermarket Spice Sections

The turmeric root is boiled, dried and then ground into a powder. It is sealed in plastic packages or bottles. It is most commonly found in the spice sections of many supermarkets.

Ethnic Indian Stores

Turmeric can be found in Middle Eastern and Indian grocery stores, as well as farmer's markets and natural food stores. It can be purchased both as fresh root, which must be refrigerated, and as ground powder in sealed packages.

The Internet

Ground turmeric can be purchased online. It is available from U.S. suppliers as well as Indian and Asian sources. Products include regular ground turmeric, organically grown turmeric and gluten-free turmeric.

References

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