How to Use turmeric in a Sentence
turmeric
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Add the cumin seeds and turmeric, let brown for about a minute.
— Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2024 -
Adding more turmeric to meals is a great place to begin.
— Sheah Rarback, miamiherald, 19 Feb. 2018 -
And the earthy and umami-packed turmeric is my favorite of all.
— Amber Gibson, Bon Appétit, 26 Feb. 2021 -
Yet for the past 15 years or so, turmeric has become much more.
— Doug Williams, sandiegouniontribune.com, 25 June 2018 -
Mix up a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric and a pinch of nutmeg.
— Stacy Pelekhaty, baltimoresun.com, 18 Jan. 2018 -
Not a dainty plant, turmeric has large green leaves and grows 3 or more feet tall.
— Jean Nick, Good Housekeeping, 22 July 2018 -
This is in part due to turmeric, which lends the condiment its bright yellow hue.
— Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024 -
Add turmeric, curry powder and spinach and bring to a boil again.
— Tina Danze, Dallas News, 6 Apr. 2020 -
Not a dainty plant, turmeric has large green leaves and grows three or more feet tall.
— Jean Nick, Good Housekeeping, 3 Feb. 2017 -
On the day of the wedding, many leaves had turned the color of turmeric or paprika.
— Lois Smith Brady, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2019 -
Then, add ½ tsp turmeric, along with some salt and pepper.
— Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit, 26 Mar. 2018 -
Remove from the heat briefly and add the turmeric and coconut cream; the mixture will sizzle.
— Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2020 -
Transfer to a mug and add tea bag, turmeric, ginger, and a pinch of pepper.
— Joy Bauer, Ms, Woman's Day, 24 Oct. 2018 -
There was turmeric for a standard runny nose, the dizzy rush of a fever, the ache of moving away from my best friend.
— Tejal Rao Tejal Rao Tejal Rao, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2017 -
Yellow 1/4 cup of ground turmeric works for yellow on white and brown eggs.
— Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 22 Mar. 2024 -
The frothy mix arrives in the bright color of the turmeric, which mixes well with the sweetness of the coconut milk and honey.
— Alison Bowen, chicagotribune.com, 22 Mar. 2018 -
Mix ginger, carrot juice, lime juice, turmeric, and kosher salt in a small bowl.
— Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit, 19 Mar. 2018 -
But the flavors were muted, with only faint whiffs of the usual punch of turmeric, cumin and garam masala.
— Jenn Harrisstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2020 -
The Grand Theft Autumn is a unique twist, made with golden turmeric and pumpkin.
— Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 26 Oct. 2020 -
The show is always a chance to spot emerging trends as well as those from past years that are still in full force, like matcha and turmeric.
— Janelle Bitker, SFChronicle.com, 22 Jan. 2020 -
Pair them with beets, spring greens, and a homemade turmeric dressing.
— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2024 -
Everyone loved the taste and smells of turmeric and cumin though there were a few objections to the eggplant and raisins.
— Barbara Brown, Philly.com, 26 Apr. 2017 -
The squash pairs well with spices typically found in these stews, like turmeric and cumin.
— Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 26 Sep. 2023 -
Some grains, like buckwheat, and walnuts are praised, as are spices like turmeric.
— Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2020 -
The grandest dish is a duck that’s been rubbed with ginger, turmeric and tamarind and either roasted (the breast) or fried (leg and thigh).
— Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 18 Oct. 2019 -
Fragrant saffron rice warmed, and a pot of lentil soup with carrots and turmeric simmered on the stove.
— Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 22 June 2017 -
The post-workout shot, in particular, was a nice kick thanks to the ginger and turmeric.
— Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE.com, 12 July 2018 -
Whether your recipe calls for fresh turmeric or its powder form, don't worry—those pesky stains don't have to stick.
— Samantha Hunter, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2021 -
It can be sliced and roasted in the oven with just a sprinkle of turmeric and a drizzle of olive oil; it can be served in a soup with ginger, coconut milk, and black pepper.
— Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024 -
The anti-inflammatory assistance of turmeric is put to earthy use in this cocktail, which employs the fresh root to infuse vodka.
— Scott Hocker, theweek, 16 Sep. 2024
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