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Posted by Shelem Flemons on Monday, April 27, 2020
Turmeric Paste Recipe
Homemade Turmeric Paste Recipe by Sister Maria Flemons
Posted by Shelem Flemons on Monday, April 27, 2020
From https://www.culinarynutrition.com/homemade-turmeric-paste-recipe-and-how-to-use-it/
Homemade Turmeric Paste Recipe -
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins
Serves: ¾ cup
Make this easy turmeric paste - and it makes a great edible gift, too!
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated fresh turmeric root or ½ cup dried turmeric powder
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 Tbsp lemon or lime juice
- 2-4 Tbsp of water, only if using dried powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small container or jar, mix the turmeric, coconut oil, lime/lemon juice and salt.
- If using dried powder, add water, 1 Tbsp at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
- Taste and adjust if necessary.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.*
Notes
*We recommend freezing in silicone ice cube trays and taking portions out as you need.
How to Use This Homemade Turmeric Paste Recipe
There are many ways that you can experiment with this paste in your recipes! Turmeric is a strong flavour if you’re not used to it, so start small and work your way up. Try using 1/8 tsp or 1/4 tsp to start and then add more if the flavour isn’t potent enough for you.
Sweet Options
- Dairy-free elixirs
- Golden milk (a turmeric-infused nut or seed milk)
- Smoothies and smoothie bowls
- Herbal teas
- Dairy-free ice cream
- Gluten-free treats like cookies, muffins, frosting, cake, etc.
- Dairy-free chocolate recipes
- Hot chocolate
- Dairy-free cheesecake
- Kombucha
- Nut or seed butters
- Sweet oatmeal
- Chia pudding
Savory Options
- Dips and sandwich spreads (you can even use it on its own as a sandwich spread)
- Dairy-free cheese recipes
- Soups, curries and stews
- Infused ghee
- Omelettes or frittatas
- Stir-fried with dark leafy greens
- Scrambled tofu
- Homemade sauces
- Gluten-free noodle dishes
- Homemade stocks and broths
- Salad dressings
- Cashew cream
- Stir into gluten-free grains
- Gluten-free crackers
- Gluten-free breads
- Savory oatmeal and other savory breakfast recipes
- Vegan or meat burger patties
How to Solve Turmeric Stains
Be warned: turmeric can stain your appliances, kitchen tools and countertops. Even when you’re careful, turmeric stains happen! Some solutions that our Culinary Nutrition Experts have tried and tested:
- Baking soda and vinegar
- Baking soda and lemon juice
- Leaving the appliance out in the sunshine (this obviously works for tools and appliances you can take outside like your blender)
- Castile soap and hot water
- Time (stains lesson over time)
- Accepting the stains as a sign of a well-used appliance and the enjoyment of delicious food!
If you’ve given this homemade turmeric paste recipe a try or if you’ve used it in a way we haven’t mentioned or thought of, please let us know!
