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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Stir in cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, cayenne and tomato paste.
    — Bryn Mooth, Cincinnati.com, 18 Oct. 2017
  • The need to dye the Buddhist monks’ robes yellow may have first prompted Oc Eo to import turmeric, the paper says.
    — Matt Hrodey, Discover Magazine, 7 Aug. 2023
  • Campbell notes that the turmeric can help reduce inflammation, and the lemon helps bring out the iron in the collard greens.
    — Heather Mayer Irvine, Men's Health, 19 Jan. 2023
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot, and add the meat, turmeric, ginger, saffron, salt and pepper.
    — Daniel Neman, sacbee, 10 July 2018
  • Grated apple give the lentils a slight sweetness, while garlic, ginger, and onion provide a savory base for warming spices like turmeric and cumin.
    — June Kim, Bon Appétit, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Add the turmeric, Kashmiri chili powder, salt and garam masala and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
    — Martin Sorge, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2024

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