Eating turmeric raw: what you should know about it

If you like to season with turmeric, you may have wondered if you can also eat the root raw. We will answer you in this nutrition tip whether this is possible.

Eating turmeric raw - that works

In India, turmeric is not just a spice, it is also used as a medicine in medicine.

• Turmeric is also a major ingredient in curry dishes. To do this, the goldenseal is ground in a mortar in India.
• The resulting turmeric paste is then added to the curry dishes. The spice gives dishes a nutty taste.
• You can also refine your dishes by cutting a piece of the root into small pieces and using it fresh for seasoning.
• Just as you grate ginger, you can grate the turmeric root and add it to your dishes.

Turmeric - peel or not

If you want to use turmeric raw, the question is whether you need to peel the root or not.

• There is no reason not to eat the skin of the turmeric root, provided that the root comes from certified organic cultivation.
• The shell naturally does not contain any toxins that are harmful to the body.
• However, there are many bitter substances in the shell of the turmeric root, which then also pass into your dishes.
• If you want to avoid this, peel the root. But be sure to wear gloves.
• The curcumin contained in it is responsible for the yellowing of the turmeric root. This dye colors your hands and is very persistent.
• By the way, peeling the turmeric root is not very complex. The skin is soft and thin. You don't even need a peeler, a spoon is enough.

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