Herb or Spice
Turmeric
About This Entry
Turmeric adds earthy golden warmth and color to Indian curries and golden milk — its mild bitter spice pairs with aromatic whites, lager, and spice-friendly rosé.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- chicken breast
- coriander seed
- cumin seed
- ginger
- shrimp
At a Glance
Group
Ground & Blended Spices
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Curcuma longa
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Turmeric
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Ground & Blended Spices
- Scientific name
- Curcuma longa
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent