Ginger and turmeric belong to the same family - ginger. In ancient times, the Greeks called turmeric "yellow ginger." Although the roots of both plants are similar and widely used in cooking and medicine, they have different properties.
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India is considered the birthplace of ginger and turmeric. It is in this country that various spices are very popular, and turmeric and ginger are considered the most common and useful spices. Many Indian dishes have a golden brownish tint, and sometimes yellow-red due to the use of turmeric.
The roots of these plants, crushed into powder, are used in food, which have a similar shape, but differ in colors. Lemon yellow ginger root can also be eaten raw. And turmeric has a root with an orange tint, which is pre-boiled, dried and only then ground to obtain the necessary spices.
Ginger and Turmeric Cooking
Ginger and turmeric are widely used in cooking, as indispensable spices and seasonings. Turmeric has a delicate, almost imperceptible taste, which gives the dishes piquancy and aroma. In large doses, turmeric gives an acute taste, so it is part of the curry seasoning. Dishes prepared using turmeric are stored much longer, since it has an antiseptic property. This spice is a natural dye that gives dishes a golden orange and lemon yellow color. For the brightness of the dishes, it is enough to add turmeric on the tip of the knife, as it has an intense color.
Ginger is also widespread as a healing spice. Ginger tea with lemon is an excellent tonic warming drink, useful in the cold season and for colds. It is good to use for better digestion of food, as due to its pleasant sharpness it enhances digestion, improving the production of gastric juice. Moreover, for such tea, both dry ginger powder and fresh root are used. Baking with ginger has a fragrant and pleasant taste. This seasoning goes well with stewed vegetables.
The healing properties of turmeric
Turmeric has analgesic, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, healing effects. Due to these properties, it is widely used in traditional medicine and cosmetology.
It helps with bronchitis, anemia, cuts, swelling, inflammation. Turmeric is used for cosmetic purposes as creams and masks, it improves complexion and has a rejuvenating effect.