How to Use turmeric in a Sentence

turmeric

noun
  • What cannot be mixed with turmeric?
    — Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Add the cumin seeds and turmeric, let brown for about a minute.
    — Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2024
  • There are pros and cons to taking turmeric at night.
    — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2025
  • There are pros and cons to taking turmeric at night.
    — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
  • Add turmeric and five cups of water to a heavy pot.
    — Trisha Pasricha, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Just so much dill and turmeric just all kind of knocked about in a skillet.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2025
  • The meat is seasoned with earthy turmeric and hard-seared over high heat.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Not a dainty plant, turmeric has large green leaves and grows three or more feet tall.
    — Jean Nick, Good Housekeeping, 22 July 2018
  • And the earthy and umami-packed turmeric is my favorite of all.
    — Amber Gibson, Bon Appétit, 26 Feb. 2021
  • Add turmeric, curry powder and spinach and bring to a boil again.
    — Tina Danze, Dallas News, 6 Apr. 2020
  • Not a dainty plant, turmeric has large green leaves and grows 3 or more feet tall.
    — Jean Nick, Good Housekeeping, 22 July 2018
  • Yet for the past 15 years or so, turmeric has become much more.
    — Doug Williams, sandiegouniontribune.com, 25 June 2018
  • Fresh and dried turmeric contain very little of it.
    — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
  • Mix up a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric and a pinch of nutmeg.
    — Stacy Pelekhaty, baltimoresun.com, 18 Jan. 2018
  • This is in part due to turmeric, which lends the condiment its bright yellow hue.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024
  • That said, fresh raw turmeric has its own advantages.
    — Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Pair them with beets, spring greens, and a homemade turmeric dressing.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2024
  • Mix ginger, carrot juice, lime juice, turmeric, and kosher salt in a small bowl.
    — Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit, 19 Mar. 2018
  • Some grains, like buckwheat, and walnuts are praised, as are spices like turmeric.
    — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2020
  • Stir in cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, cayenne and tomato paste.
    — Bryn Mooth, Cincinnati.com, 18 Oct. 2017
  • Features sage, hops flower, lemon balm, turmeric and glycine.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 18 May 2026
  • Some research suggests that turmeric remains in your body for one to two days.
    — Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 24 Nov. 2025
  • There are no recommended dosages of turmeric to take for weight loss.
    — Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Transfer to a mug and add tea bag, turmeric, ginger, and a pinch of pepper.
    — Joy Bauer, Ms, Woman's Day, 24 Oct. 2018
  • The squash pairs well with spices typically found in these stews, like turmeric and cumin.
    — Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 26 Sep. 2023
  • Yellow 1/4 cup of ground turmeric works for yellow on white and brown eggs.
    — Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Lemon is often added for flavor, and some recipes include turmeric.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 Jan. 2026
  • 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 the garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, cayenne, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
    — Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025
  • In a medium bowl, combine cheese, mayo, turmeric, if using, fresh herbs and green onions.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Aug. 2019

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