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Turmeric. No, I did not just sneeze… although inhaling this peppery spice may have that effect!
If you’re not familiar with turmeric – what I consider one of the most effective nutritional supplements in existence – make 2017 the year you get turned on to its unique flavour.
And if you know someone of East Indian descent, like my mother? Well, they put that yellow stuff in EVERYTHING.
I find it amusing that turmeric is often identified as a new food trend, since I’ve been exposed to it since birth. Every stir-fry, vegetable dish and curry my mom has ever created always included a pinch (or punch) of turmeric. My mom will say she adds it for colour, but a brief online search will show the properties of this herb go well beyond its cosmetic use.
(Remember, always consult your doctor or nutritionist before starting a new regime – even when it includes natural foods!)
The best part? Even if you’ve never used it in your cooking it’s very easy to incorporate! Turmeric has a pepper-like aroma and taste. In stews, soups and curries, you can start with a teaspoon and add more to taste. On eggs, vegetables or other savoury dishes, simply sprinkle and enjoy.
Here’s an easy, no-fail way to take on the turmeric trend: Roasted Cauliflower with Turmeric, Cumin and Cilantro.
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 head of cauliflower—halved, cored and cut into 1-inch florets
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, turmeric, cumin and red pepper flakes.
On a baking sheet, drizzle the cauliflower with the spiced oil and toss well to coat; season with salt and pepper. Spread the cauliflower in an even layer.
Bake for about 30 minutes until browned and tender. Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving bowl and sprinkle with cilantro. Serves 2.
Have I inspired you to give turmeric a try? Do pop into your local Walmart Supercentre this month, and start the year off on a healthy note! From the freshest produce to a wide selection of herbs and spices, you’ll find everything you need at Walmart.
To coax you into trying this recipe, I’m giving away a $50 Walmart Canada gift card! Simply fill the form below with your qualifying entries. Good luck!
This post is sponsored by Walmart Canada as part of the New Year Meal Challenge program. In exchange for this review, I have received special perks in the form of products and/or compensation. All opinions on this blog are my own.
I am a turmeric lover! I juice the root, cook with the powder, drink the tea and even use turmeric cream for eczema and also on my face!
I have never used it before but it sounds like a great healthy snack!
My daughter showed me how to use turmeric in curries and I love it now!
I love the flavor and the colour!
Looks awesome :)
Oh yeah Turmeric, Cumin and Garam Masala are the three most used spices in the house – the scent of any of the three are only beaten by the taste of them!
I have yet to try tumeric but it’s going on my shopping list for tomorrow! Besides the nutritional benefits, I love that it adds a peppery taste- something my hubby and I LOVE and add to everything we eat!
I love using turmeric in my cooking. It’s especially good in curries!
I’ve never used turmeric but after seeing what you made looks good so going to give it a try, the thing that intrigues me is turmeric has a pepper-like aroma and taste.
I haven’t cooked with turmeric yet, but I love the colour it gives to the food!
I’m pretty sure i’ve used it in the past but i will have to pick some up. That cauliflower looks delicious.
I have cooked with tumeric. The health benefits intrigue me the most. Also the teeth white effect interests me but I have not tried it for that purpose.
No, I have never cooked with tumeric before!
I have only used tumeric in a chicken stir fry & it was good! I thought it was quite fragrant & blended well with the ginger in my recipe. I would like to continue using it in other dishes.
I have some in my cupboard but don’t use it often – I have heard it is very good for one’s health! I must try to use it more !
i put turmeric in my curry stir fry
I use it alot in my cooking. Love East Indian flavours. Taste and smell wonderful
I have used tumeric in a couple of dishes and found that it can be overpowering, so only needed to add a small amount to my soups & stews. Your recipe for cauliflower looks really yummy, will have to try it, thanks!
I have never tried turmeric before nor heard of it. I actually clicked on your link to see what it is about and looks like. I like that it is a combination of pepper and ginger. Will have to give it a try!
I’ve never cooked with turmeric but am interested to see what kind of flavour it adds.
Yes, I have cooked with it. What intrigues me most is its health benefits!
haven’t tried it yet, but curious to see what it’ll add
I have never cooked with turmeric but would love to try it! I am very interested in learning more about it as an effective nutritional supplement! Thank you very much for this chance! :)
I have not used turmeric before but I would like to. I am intrigued by its health benefits
I’ve never cooked with it but have used it when making pickled corn or beans
No I have never cooked with it but I have been reading some of the benefits of it. I should give it a try.
We frequently use tumeric – love it with cabbage.
I have not used tumeric before but after hearing so much about it lately, I would love to give it a try, I heard it helps with aches and pains in your joints so that alone sounds great to me!!
I like using tumeric but it is best used sparingly as the flavour is strong.
I have never used or cooked with tumeric before. I like the health benefits it seems to have.
Not much , but this recipe looks delicious. Will definitely have to try.
I love the look and taste of tumeric.
Not sure I’ve tasted Turmeric but love Cauliflower and it looks great so definately worth a try – thanks!
I use turmeric quite often in a variety of recipes. I am most intrigued by the great colour it adds and the delicious flavour (although I have made the mistake of using the wrong bowl/spoon and having it stain my bowl forever). I have had a similar roasted cauliflower recipe and it wasn’t bad (I actually dislike cooked cauliflower and prefer it raw but the oven roasted recipe made it not too bad for me.)
I haven’t used it before. This recipe sounds good though.
I love Indian food, so whenever I make something Indian inspired, I use turmeric (generally we do Indian takeout so that we get a variety)
I have used it a few times but definitely would like to utilize it more as it has so many great properties on top of tasting great!
I’ve eaten it many times in restaurants & in takeout but I have never cooked with it myself.
No I’ve never used it, but do have a bottle of it in my spice rack.
I have never used it before but it sounds like it’ll enhance my food experience!
I have not cooked with turmeric but sounds like a spice I should add to my list of ones to try. The recipe is one I would try.
We cooked with turmeric regularly. Love that it’s suppose to help with aches and pains.
I’m not sure what Tumeric is. I just ate a bun for Lunch that had Tumeric & Olive Oil in it. ????????
I have only knowingly used Turmeric in a relish I make. I do make curries using a paste so perhaps there is Turmeric in them also.
I do frequently cook with tumeric – I love the spice to it!
I have never tried to cook with Turmeric. I would be interested in learning how to use and what is good pairings with it.
I have never cooked with turmeric, but would try this.
I have not used Turmeric in my cooking before, not sure if we like of not! I will try it in a recipe one night soon!
I have not used turmeric but I have heard amazing things about this!! I must check it out very soon
I haven’t cooked with it before but I have eaten it in restaurants before. I love the flavour it adds to foods.
Yes I have cooked with this wonderful spice before. It adds a depth of flavour
I have never tried tumeric. I’m curious as to the flavours it adds
I have never cooked with tumeric yet. I just read all the awesome benefits. I will definitely have to look for some recipes
I put it in soup primarily, also my chili. Sometimes other things because I know its great for fighting inflammation and general health promotion. I like it in chili especially because it gets you that ideal colour.
No, I have never cooked with Tumeric.
I use it for curries and also to make pickles.
Tumeric is great!
I haven’t cooked with it before.
I haven’t cooked with turmeric yet. The health benefits intrigue me the most.
I’ve never cooked with turmeric. I just don’t know how to use it!
I have used turmeric in curries and I love it. It’s so flavourful.
I haven’t tried tumeric yet but I do have a couple of recipes that call for it.
Yes, but I’d love more recipes with tumeric.
We use tumeric on a daily basis. It adds flavour and is a great anti inflammatory!
I have never used it but have some recipies i want to try it in as i heard it has heling powers
Never, however your dish inspires me!
I haven’t tried it yet but it sounds like a very flavourful addition to meals. It’s healthy too!
I use it all the time, I like the colour it lends to the dish, it’s has a aromatic taste and is a bit bitter but I use it in conjunction with other spices it adds another layer of flavour
I love turmeric and I use it in all my recipes on a daily basis. It has great health benefits.
I love Turmeric, I have a blend in a shaker with turmeric, curry, cumin this I add to most of my dishes. Turmeric (Curcumin) has so many healing properties. I notice less joint pain with its anti-inflammatory benefits. Thanks for the chance. I am a loyal Walmart consumer.
I’ve used it to give more punch than ginger in soups
Yes I’ve used tumeric many times. I love the colour.
we are just starting to use turmeric as i hear how many health benefits it has, and i also see people using it in their tea now quite regularly!
No I have not but have just recently heard about the health benefits so I plan on using it in the near future.
I haven’t cooked with tumeric yet but given all the health benefits, I really want to try it.
I only use it when the recipe calls for it and I like those dishes, but I don’t know it well enough to add to my regular cooking repertoire.
I love turmeric on fried eggs best but i do use it in soups and stews.I love the scent of hotness in the scent
I never used turmeric before but after reading all this information is i think I’m going to start using it daily
I have never tried tumeric before but being an anti-inflammatory sounds really great and useful
I have cooked with turmeric for years, it is aromatic and adds depth to many dishes.
the only thing I have used tumeric on is making pickles, never cooked with it
No, I don’t think I’ve cooked with this spice. What interests me about it is that it can be added to a variety of dishes to add a unique flavour.
I have not cooked with turmeric yet but it sounds like a nice warm spice
I have never personally cooked with tumeric, but have had many dishes with this ingredient! Delicious
I have never cooked with Turmeric, but I see it a lot on cooking shows!
I’ve never cooked with turmeric, but I do take it as a supplement in a capsule. A lot of health benefits!
I have never cooked with turmeric but had some in Indian meals at the restaurant. It’s very flavourful.
I haven’t cooked with it before, but I have heard that it has beneficial properties to it.
Yes, I have cooked with tumeric before but not often. I would love to incorporate it more into my diet. It’s very good for you.
I don’t think I’ve ever tried it. The pepper-like aroma and taste intrigues me the most.
My husband is the cook in the family :) But yes, we’ve often used tumeric.
we have not had a chance to use tumeric much in our cooking but it sounds like it will go well with a lot of dishes
I’ve never cooked with turmeric myself. I am not the biggest cook so I don’t branch out from my usual recipes, but I love honey turmeric chicken that my sister in law makes. I really like that it is quite aromatic.
Yes I have cooked with turmeric since I love its colour and healing properties.
I’ve never cooked with it before but I’ve been hearing more about it lately for sure. I love trying new things and I’m an adventurous eater so I’m sure I’ve tried it when I’ve eaten out and have not even known it.
I have never cooked with it but i do like trying new recipes.
Yes I have used turmeric in curry and in soups, very pretty and tasty addition to many dishes.
I use tumeric in a lot of foods. I love the health benefits
I have not cooked with tumeric but I love to try new things.
Yes I use turmeric sometimes, usually in egg salad sandwiches.
I use it in my dip it is great for arthritis.
I have not cooked with it before.
My daughter users Turmeric in a lot of the dishes she makes. She found out about its health benemies and had been using this along with cumin and a few other spices regularly
I have cooked with turmeric, I love the health benefits and flavour.
Yes I cook with turmeric and love the health benefits and added color to any chicken dishes I make! It is suppose to be good for pain relief.
I haven’t used much Tumeric in my cooking, but I’ve enjoyed it in take-out food before. I am curious about its health benefits!
I use turmeric often. I have it on the table with the salt/pepper due to liking the flavor and hoping for the health benefits.
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a $50 Walmart Gift Card.
In response to your questions of
Have you cooked with turmeric? and
What about this aromatic spice intrigues you most?
No i haven’t cooked with turmeric but
the flavor of this aromatic spice
intrigues me the most.
Thank you for having this giveaway.
No I haven’t cooked with turmeric.The thing that intrigues me the most is it’s health benefit.
I use turmeric in my curry dishes. I love the exotic aroma it permeates thru the kitchen.
I have never used fresh turmeric, but my co-worker has. She has used it in soups and smoothies
I have never used turmeric but I think it will be great to use in curry or soup. Will give it a try when I have a chance
I have not cooked with turmeric before but would love to try some day.
I have, but not much. I use it in relish and chutney, but if someone made me blind test it I probably wouldn’t be able to identify it.
I haven’t used it yet. I plan to, though
Yes I have used tumeric and love to put that in stews/soups! Adds such great flavour!
Yes I have cooked with tumeric and what intrigues me is that there are numerous reasons why it is good for you.
I have not use it yet, but I love the colour of it, and sure seams healthy must try
I have not tried it yet, but am interested in the flavour. I make a similar roasted cauliflower coated with dijon mustard and parmesan cheese, so good.
I think I tried turmeric in a soup before..? Not sure but I have it
No I have never tried it before…sounds delightful!
I have tumeric powder in my cupboard, I must have bought it for a specific recipe but I can’t recall what I used it for now. I will try the cauliflower recipe soon, thanks!
I have some in the spice rack, but I don’t really use it often.
I have not cooked with turmeric before. I would like to try it on eggs.
it will be a new experience here. thanks
I haven’t cooked with turmeric yet but looks good
I do not regularly cook with turmeric buy father in law swears by it and takes capsules regularly to cut down on blood sugar and inflammation. He has diabetes and turmeric has made his levels normal!
i have not, but looks like i will be soon
Yes I use tumeric in curry dishes. I like the lovely orange/yellow color that it gives to the food
I cook with turmeric occasionally. I make a good chicken recipe with it.
I have cooked with it and bean stews taste great. It’s also great as an anti-inflammatory
I have never used it before
I’ve used Turmeric for some of my vegetarian daughter’s dishes and I do like it too. The Cauliflower recipe looks great!
Yes I love turmeric. Use in curries and others like butternut or carrot soups
I have been adding turmeric to my cooking because we have grandma with us who suffers arthritis and it is suppose to be good for bone aches.
I use turmeric in pickling, curries and in carrots and squash recipes.
I have never used turmeric, but this sounds amazing and now it is on the list to try!! Thanks for sharing :)
LOL I like tumeric in my pickles :D. my stomach and tumeric don’t really agree :(
I put tumeric in everything now…even a dash on top of my fried eggs!
I’ve never cooked with tumeric, but I really love cooking with chili powder! Would love to branch out more and try different flavours!
No I have not yet cooked with turmeric. It sounds very healthy.
No, I haven’t
I cook with turmeric occasionally, usually in a soup or in a curry.
I have never cooked with it but id love to try it ! I didn’t realize it was so Healthy , can’t wait to see what type of taste it adds
I love to sprinkle turmeric on my egg rolss as they are frying or baking in the oven.I love the flavor of this spice!!????☀️
I use tumeric anytime I can because of it’s healthy benefits. I put it in chili, curry, smoothies and rice.
I’m interested in the healing benefits of it, although I’m not keen on the taste!
I used it before, i love the flavor
I have used turmeric but after reading this I think I should incorporate it in more dishes. I’m intrigued by the fact that it’s a plant from the ginger family and seems to have many health benefits
I have never cooked with Tumeric before!
I haven’t use it yet but I’m interested because I’ve heard of its health benefits.
i love cooking with tumeric
I have not cooked with tumeric but I love the healthy benefits it offers.
I have never cooked with it, but I’m a bit new to cooking real food. I ordered a lot of pizza as a young guy! I would love to see what I could do with another new spice!
I like trying new spices.. turmeric is one I would like to try!
I have not cooked with turmeric but the health benefits intrigue me.
Yes I have used turmeric in my curry dishes
Yes! I even add it to scrambled eggs.
I have cooked with turmeric, and I love that it’s so aromatic and unique in flavour!
I only recently starting using turmeric. I got a new cookbook and several recipes call for it. I like the unique taste it adds to familiar dishes.
I have cooked with turmeric. I love that it turns my dishes a festive yellow.
I have cooked with turmeric! Curry dishes are my favourite and always contain it. I have also used it in smoothies, made face masks with it and have used turmeric supplements.
Forgot to add what intrigues me the most. That would be how versatile it is. Not only does it enhance flavours in dishes, but it has a whole host of health benefits.
I’ve never cooked with Tumeric but I think i need to try it! I love the colour!
I have to admit that I am not a huge fan of turmeric but I don’t mind it occasionally in Indian food specifically.
now curious to try tumeric, especially for the health benefits
I have never cooked with it but the scent has always intrigued me!
Ie never cooked with Turmeric but I love it in Indian Brianni Rice
love using turmeric in my cooking.
Yes, I love turmeric. It has good flavouring, adds colour and it is apparently very healthy for us.
nope
Yes, I cooked with turmeric, chicken mostly. I like the flavour, I think it is great!
I have cooked with turmeric. The best way to get advantage of its powerful properties is to mix it with a bit of olive oil and pepper :)
I have cooked with the lovely spice turmeric and Love it.I really like to sprinkle it on my egg rolls too before I bake or fry them.It has a beautiful and aromatic flavor like no other. :)
I have used it a few times in a marinade and it is delicious, with a lot of helpful health properties!
I haven’t tried turmeric with my recipes yet but open to try!
no i have never cooked with turmeric
I’ve always been a little wary of turmeric, I should just get over it and try it!
Always Used turmeric in cooking and also for face.. its great… Thank You for the change to win..
I have never, but I think the pepper like taste would be a hit in our family!
I don’t think I have ever really cooled with Turmeric, but I love pepper-y and adding color to dishes :)
I use tumeric a lot! I love Golden Milk
I have used turmeric in couple of dishes . I love the smell. What intrigues me the most are the health benefits.
Yes I use turmeric in my cooking all the time. What intrigues me the most about turmeric are it’s nutritional health benefits.
We put tumeric in our smoothies. I like that it is an anti-inflammatory and the health benefits
I don’t often cook with tumeric, but I do like the fact that it has a ton of health benefits.
No I haven’t, but your recipe makes me want to.
I have never used it personally but I have had dinner at my my neighbours house and she uses it often..I keep meaning to pick some up..
have not tried it yet!
Being Indian we use it a lot. I mean a lot!!!
I have not cooked with tumeric before but your post intrigues me about it.
I haven’t cooked with turmeric (I’m really kind of a terrible cook so I don’t stray from the very basic of basics much) but I have had it in a tea from David’s Tea. It had a nice warmth that I think would be great in comfort food dishes.
I haven’t yet cooked with turmeric, but I’d love to try.
Yes, I cook with tumeric on occasion as I know it’s found in curry spices but I don’t cook it that often. I’ve been meaning to try a tumeric latte which some cafes are featuring lately.
I have been loving making golden milk by adding turmeric in my almond milk latte with honey.
I have never cooked with turmeric before but after reading about all the heath benefits I may actually try it.
I use turmeric when seasoning my meat or adding it to soups. It gives everything an amazing golden colour
I haven’t tried Turmeric yet but I am loving all the health benefits
My Mom used Turmeric to make Mustard Pickles. I think of Turmeric as an old world spice, so maybe I need to get with the trendy spice!
I have cooked with turmeric before and what intrigues me the most is it’s anti-inflammatory benefits!
I have never used Turmeric before but I’m willing to try it after reading some of these great recipe ideas.
I have never cooked with it but have heard a lot of good things! I will have to try it!
we have been drinking “golden milk” it is made with turmeric every evening.. so relaxing and helps me sleep.
Turmeric is not a spice I have stocked in my cupboard, but after reading about its benefits, I think I may have to get some.