zerdeçal, (bot.) curcuma longa

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(Botanik, Bitkibilim) tumeric
A slightly bitter spice taken from the root of a plant in the ginger family Usually available ground, this spice is used to flavor baked goods, curries, fish, poultry, gravies, salads, and dressings
misspelling of turmeric
- Has a musky, peppery flavor Used mainly in ground form to color foods yellow, especially Indian curries and bean dishes Use sparingly as an alternative to saffron
the ground root of a plant related to ginger; it has a bitter, pungent flavor and an intense yellow orange color; it is used in curries and it gives American mustard its bright yellow color