Turmeric Powder or Haldi in common terms is the widely used spice in various cuisines. It is used to add slight flavor and lots of color to the dishes prepared with it. It is procured from sticks of turmeric that are dried and ground. The sticks can be hand ground or machine ground.
Features - The Powder is yellow in color.
- It is velvety to touch
- Leaves a stain on hands and clothes if not handled properly.
- Has slightly bitter taste.
Uses - Used to add color to food.
- Adds a particular flavor to the food.
- Is used in almost all cuisines for enhancement of the presentation of delicacies.
- Has medicinal properties and helps in treating wounds if applied directly or consumed with milk.