Turmeric is easy to work into everyday cooking. Golden Lakadong Turmeric from Humble Origins Superfoods has a deep golden color and a bold, earthy flavor, so a small amount goes a long way. Here are five simple ways to use it.
1. A Golden Morning Smoothie
Blend fresh fruit (pineapple, apple, or banana) with 1/2 tsp Golden Lakadong Turmeric, a splash of water, coconut milk, or dairy milk, a spoonful of flax seeds, chia seeds, or nuts, and a little honey. Pineapple works well if citrus is easy on your stomach; bananas or apples are a milder choice.
2. Golden Turmeric Tea
Turmeric tea is a long-time morning ritual in many kitchens. Add 1/4 tsp Golden Lakadong Turmeric and 1 tsp honey to a cup, pour in 1 cup hot black or green tea, squeeze in a slice of lemon, and stir well.
3. Black Sesame Rice (Ja Nei Iong)
Add a Khasi touch to lunch. Cook rice with black sesame seeds, stir in 1/2 tsp Golden Lakadong Turmeric, and season lightly with salt and oil.
Try My Mother's Lime-Peanut Rice/Quinoa
A family favorite. This tangy lime-peanut rice and quinoa gets a golden color from Golden Lakadong Turmeric and a gentle kick from Warm Wild Long Pepper. The full recipe is on our Lime & Peanut Rice/Quinoa page.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked rice and 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, set aside
- 3/4 cup peanuts, dry roasted
- 1 tbsp oil (avocado or grapeseed preferred)
- 1/4 tsp hing
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 slit green chili
- 2 dry red chilies
- 7–8 curry leaves
- 1/2 tsp Golden Lakadong Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust as needed)
- 1/2 lime
- Cilantro to garnish
Directions:
- Heat the oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and hing and sauté for a few seconds.
- Add the green chili, red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the rice and quinoa and mix well.
- Stir in the turmeric, salt, and lime juice. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Top with roasted peanuts and cilantro before serving.
4. Golden Milk Before Bed
Also called "haldi doodh," golden milk is a cozy evening drink. Gently heat 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based), whisk in 1/2 tsp Golden Lakadong Turmeric and a pinch of black pepper or Warm Wild Long Pepper, and sweeten with honey to taste. Our full golden milk recipe has more variations.
5. Stir It Into Soups and Scrambles
A teaspoon or two adds color and warmth to soups, dals, and egg or tofu scrambles. Try it in our Golden Turmeric Ginger Soup or our Curried Scrambled Eggs.
Why Cook With Golden Lakadong Turmeric?
Golden Lakadong Turmeric is one of our six single-origin ingredients from Meghalaya, and most of our spices come direct from the farmer. Its curcumin level is commonly cited at 7–9%, compared with 2–3% in everyday turmeric, and it has a deeper color and stronger flavor, which is why a little goes a long way.
Ready to try it? Order Golden Lakadong Turmeric from Humble Origins Superfoods.
FAQs About Using Lakadong Turmeric
1. What makes Lakadong turmeric special?
It is a specific variety from Meghalaya with a deep golden color, a strong aroma, and a bold flavor. Its curcumin level is commonly cited as higher than that of common turmeric.
2. How much should I use?
Most recipes call for 1/4 to 1 tsp. Start small and adjust to taste.
3. How do I get the most flavor out of turmeric?
Cook it with a little fat, such as oil, coconut milk, or ghee, and pair it with black pepper or Warm Wild Long Pepper.
4. How should I store it?
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its color and flavor.
5. Where can I buy Golden Lakadong Turmeric?
From our shop: Golden Lakadong Turmeric.
