Turmeric is indeed a staple spice in Indian kitchens worldwide, valued for both its culinary and medicinal properties. Here are some interesting points you mentioned:
- Turmeric can be used in various forms – Stem, Root, Powder, and Even Liquid – offering options for different culinary applications and preferences.
- Health benefits: The scientific evidence supporting turmeric's health benefits is growing, with curcumin being the active compound responsible for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- The USA is the largest consumer of Indian turmeric, imported 22 percent of the total exported value, followed by Bangladesh (18%), Iran (6%), and UAE (5%) in the last year. Some of the other importing countries are Malaysia, UK, Morocco, Germany and Japan.