Origin and cultivation of turmeric from Madagascar
Madagascar turmeric, also known as Indian saffron, is a spice native to Southeast Asia. Grown in the Ambanja region of Madagascar, Savanil turmeric stands out for its exceptional quality. Hand-harvested and sun-dried, our turmeric has an intense yellow color, a fine texture and a slightly bitter, earthy fragrance. Its richness in curcumin, turmeric’s main active ingredient, gives it numerous health benefits. Madagascar turmeric has a unique, slightly bitter, earthy and spicy flavour. Its aroma is powerful and enchanting, with notes of turmeric, ginger and orange. Madagascar turmeric is a subtle spice, with a slightly peppery fragrance and a dark yellow color. It adds color to your food, removes acidity from certain sauces and foods, especially tomato-based ones, and goes perfectly with all vegetables, poultry and white fish. But it is better known for its therapeutic properties, notably as an anti-inflammatory and in the treatment of digestive disorders.
Culinary use and benefits
Madagascar turmeric is a versatile ingredient that can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Deliciously flavors fish, meats, vegetables, salads, sauces, desserts and hot drinks. Madagascar turmeric is also rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. It is known for its digestive, antiseptic and analgesic properties.
Directions for use
To preserve its full flavor and aroma, Madagascar turmeric should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from light. Turmeric is a powerful ingredient. It is therefore important to use it sparingly. Start by adding a pinch of turmeric to your dish and gradually increase according to your taste. Turmeric can be used in powder, paste or fresh root form. Turmeric powder is the most common and easiest form to use. You can add it to your dishes while cooking, or use it to prepare sauces, marinades or smoothies. Madagascar turmeric is rich in fiber, vitamins C and K, manganese and iron. Madagascar turmeric is not recommended for pregnant and breast-feeding women. It is also contraindicated in cases of allergy to spices.
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