Turmeric is the root that colours nearly every curry and masala yellow — earthy, faintly bitter, and warm. It goes into rice, lentils, roasted vegetables, eggs and golden milk, and pairs with black pepper in almost every tradition that uses it.Traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve digestive discomfort, and studied for its curcumin more than almost any other spice.

All about Turmeric, Spice

What it’s like, and how to make it

HeatNo heat
CuisineIndian & south & asian, middle & eastern, thai & southeast & asian
Best forSaute pan fry, braising
Goes inCurry dal, rice grains, soups stews, beverages cocktails
WithChicken, lamb, fish seafood, vegetarian
What’s in itturmeric

How to use it

The golden spice — a teaspoon turns rice, soups, and curries that unmistakable yellow. Bloom in oil or ghee first to release the flavor and color. The backbone of golden milk lattes, curries, and dal. Stir into scrambled eggs, roasted cauliflower, or smoothies. Always pair with black pepper and a fat — both improve absorption.

  • Turmeric spice, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Turmeric with an Indian family courtyard on a haldi wedding morning
  • Illustration: Aloo Gobi, made with Turmeric
  • Illustration of Turmeric in The Tea & Spice Shoppe bag and jar, with an Indian family courtyard on a haldi wedding morning
  • Turmeric - The Tea & Spice Shoppe

What it goes with

Turmeric and green tea are a powerhouse combination — EGCG and curcumin work better together than apart. Brew our Sencha or Jasmine alongside a turmeric-spiced meal. For the traditional Ayurvedic pairing, our Masala Chai brings the warming spice circle full circle. The anti-inflammatory anchor. Always pair with our Black Pepper Ground for absorption — then brew alongside our Nettle for joint support, our Milk Thistle for liver care, or our Moringa Defence for immune stacking. Connects to 29 herbal products across every wellness pathway.

Also in these blends

On its own, this is the straight thing. It also goes into these blends, each made for a different evening. Read about Turmeric →

Reviews

What the time-travelers say

5.0 from 1 review of this one, and 206 of the shop’s 213 are five stars

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great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

great colour

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turme…

I use this turmeric for a lovely cauliflower dish that uses chopped ginger and cilantro and a dash of lemon juice. I add the turmeric to vegan nut cheeses and tofu scramble. This turmeric adds amazing colour.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Great products and great service

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.

— Nick C. Verified

Great tea

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!

— Zoe R. Verified

Maple Peach

The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.

— Gerda S. Verified

Always handy

I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Great stuff

This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

Delicious

I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

Great flavorful tea

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!

— Ted H. Verified

teas

love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well

— Miranda A. Verified

4 stars

It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!

— Merrilee B. Verified

Bancha with a splash of lemon

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

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