Turmeric: A Cookbook

Description

Considered to be one of nature's most powerful anti-inflammatory ingredients, turmeric is a powerful spice that has long been used in the Chinese and Indian systems of medicine to treat a wide variety of conditions, including digestion problems, jaundice, menstrual difficulties, toothache, bruises, chest pain and colic. Studies increasingly show that superfoods can play a vital role in our lives - protecting us against illness and disease, helping to manage and ease the symptoms of chronic health conditions and supporting our health and vitality as we age. Turmeric becomes more active either when cooked or combined with other specific ingredients such as ginger and black pepper. Whether in root or powder form, turmeric can be used in juices, smoothies, infusions, soups, curries, pulses, stews, for roasting with vegetables, adding to hummus, yoghurt and marinades for fish, meat or tofu. All the health benefits of this incredible superfood, how to use turmeric and 40 delicious recipes are included.