Skip to content

Top Navigation

MyRecipes MyRecipes
  • Course
  • Baking
  • Global
  • Healthy
  • Favorite Ingredients
  • Holidays and Occasions
  • Quick and Easy
  • Convenience Recipes
  • BBQ and Grilling
  • How To
  • Extra Crispy
  • News

Profile Menu

Your Profile

Account

  • Register
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Logout
Login
Pin FB

Explore MyRecipes

MyRecipes MyRecipes
  • Explore

    Explore

    • 55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

      55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights

      Everybody understands the stuggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. If you're looking for a simple recipe to simplify your weeknight, you've come to the right place--easy dinners are our specialty. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of our tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinners are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free. Read More
    • The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes

      The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes

      Trust me, it’s so worth it. Read More
    • 65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party

      65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party

      From chips and dip to one-bite apps, finger foods are the perfect way to kick off a party. No forks or spoons required, just easy-to-pick-up party foods, so you can clean up in no time.  Read More
  • Course

    Course

    See All Course
    • Best Appetizer Recipes...Ever
    • Best Drink Recipes for Any Occasion
    • Salad Recipes
    • The Ultimate Guide to Sensational Sides
    • Soup and Stew Recipes
    • Easy Entertaining for Everyone
    • Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
    • Main Dishes and Entrées
    • Dinner Recipes
    • Dessert Recipes
  • Baking

    Baking

    See All Baking
    • Bread Recipes
    • Our Most-Loved Cake Recipes
    • Cookie Recipes
    • Pie Recipes
  • Global

    Global

    See All Global
    • Spanish Recipes
    • Thai Recipes
    • Vietnamese Recipes
    • Middle Eastern Recipes
    • Mexican Recipes
    • Malaysian Recipes
    • Korean Recipes
    • Japanese Recipes
    • Italian Recipes
    • Indian Recipes
    • Greek Recipes
    • French Recipes
    • Chinese Recipes
    • African Recipes
    • American Recipes
    • Cajun and Creole Recipes
    • Caribbean Recipes
    • South American Recipes
    • Southern Recipes
    • German Recipes
  • Healthy

    Healthy

    See All Healthy
    • Easy, Healthy Recipes
    • Healthy Breakfasts
    • Healthy Dinners
    • Healthy Desserts
    • Diabetic Recipes
    • Gluten-Free Diet and Recipes
    • Vegan Recipes
    • Low Carbohydrate Recipes
    • Low Cholesterol Recipes
    • Low Fat Recipes
    • Low Sodium Recipes
    • Low Calorie Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipes
  • Favorite Ingredients

    Favorite Ingredients

    See All Favorite Ingredients
    • The Ultimate Guide to Chicken
    • Vegetable Recipes
    • Beef Recipes
    • Cheese Recipes
    • Chocolate Recipes
    • Pasta Recipes
    • Pork Recipes
    • Seafood Recipes
    • Shrimp Recipes
  • Holidays and Occasions

    Holidays and Occasions

    See All Holidays and Occasions
    • A Foodie's Guide to Halloween Recipes
    • The Ultimate Thanksgiving Guide
    • Hanukkah Recipes
    • Your Ultimate Christmas Recipe Guide
    • Our Most Festive New Year's Recipes
    • Best-Ever Super Bowl Sunday Recipes
    • Best Valentine's Day Recipes
    • Mardi Gras Recipes
    • The Ultimate Guide to Easter Recipes
    • Cinco de Mayo Recipes
    • Labor Day Recipes
    • The Ultimate Fourth of July Guide
    • Memorial Day Recipes
    • Touchdown-Worthy Tailgate Recipes
    • Wedding and Shower Recipes
  • Quick and Easy

    Quick and Easy

    See All Quick and Easy
    • 15-Minute Recipes for Busy Home Cooks
    • 5 Ingredients or Less
    • Dinner Tonight
    • No-Cook Recipes
    • 45-Minute Recipes
  • Convenience Recipes

    Convenience Recipes

    See All Convenience Recipes
    • Budget-Friendly Recipes
    • Our Top Make-Ahead Recipes
    • Our Favorite Slow Cooker Recipes
    • Instant Pot Recipes
  • BBQ and Grilling

    BBQ and Grilling

    See All BBQ and Grilling
    • Grilled Beef Recipes
    • Grilled Fish Recipes
    • Grilled Shrimp Recipes
    • Grilled Chicken Recipes
    • Grilled Pork Recipes
    • Grilled Vegetable Recipes
  • How To

    How To

    See All How To
    • 7 Ways With...
    • Videos
    • Ingredients and Tools
    • Kitchen Cleaning
  • Extra Crispy
  • News

Profile Menu

Your Profile

Account

  • Register
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Logout
Login
Sweepstakes

Follow Us

  1. Home
  2. Ingredients
  3. 40+ Hearty Turmeric Recipes

40+ Hearty Turmeric Recipes

Updated December 05, 2019
Skip gallery slides
Pin
Shrimp and Sausage Paella
Credit: Photography: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Chances are turmeric's on your radar because it's good for you—in addition to being a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, turmeric has been used as medicine for thousands of years. However, turmeric's nutritional benefits aren't the only reason you should add it to your dishes—the spice brightens any food it touches and adds an earthy complexity to soups, meats, and even beverages. 

Start Slideshow

1 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup

Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup
Credit: Jennifer Causey

Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Blend everyone’s favorite low-carb spud with floral lemongrass, fresh ginger, and creamy coconut milk for a Caribbean dish to warm even your coldest winter nights. Ladle into dark bowls for a bold contrast to the sunset-orange color (thanks, turmeric!), then give it a Pollock-like drizzle of coconut cream.

1 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement

2 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Chicken Biryani

Chicken Biryani
Credit: Victor Protasio

Chicken Biryani Recipe

A standard in Indian cuisine, biryani gets plenty of flavor and fragrance from the spice mix, which typically includes turmeric, cardamom, ginger, and cumin. We use basmati rice here, which is a delicate white rice with an almost floral aroma. We particularly like Royal brand basmati, which has extraordinarily long grains.

2 of 43

3 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Veggie Bowl with Tofu Scramble

Veggie Bowl with Tofu Scramble
Credit: Jennifer Causey

Veggie Bowl with Tofu Scramble Recipe

Last night’s soup powers this morning’s breakfast; just cook off most of the liquid to give the soup a porridge-like texture. The seasoned, sautéed tofu is just about a dead ringer for scrambled eggs, especially if you opt to add golden turmeric.

3 of 43

Advertisement

4 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Bacon
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Ginny Branch

Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Bacon Recipe

A little bit of turmeric enhances the color here; it's a bit of a trick that makes you perceive the sauce as cheesier than it actually is.

4 of 43

5 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup 

mr-Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup image
Credit: Antara Sinha; Food Styling: Briana Riddock

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup  Recipe

This copycat version of Panera’s broccoli cheddar soup makes the fan-favorite dish easy to enjoy anytime. Plus, this simple-to-follow recipe rivals the original in terms of flavor, and at a fraction of the cost. The roux (a thickening base made of flour and butter) is used to create the soup’s signature smooth, rich consistency. The addition of turmeric brightens the natural yellow tint of this cheesy soup and adds a subtle depth of flavor. Meanwhile, the white pepper and ground nutmeg lend the soup a gentle warmth that balances out the richness of the dairy ingredients. The chicken broth and cheddar cheese provide a good amount of saltiness in this recipe, but be sure to give it a taste before serving, and stir in an additional pinch of salt if desired.       

5 of 43

6 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Dark and Limey

Dark and Limey
Credit: Daniel Agee

Dark and Limey Recipe

This is a turmeric-laced twist on a Dark and Stormy, the classic dark rum and ginger beer combo. If you don't have fresh turmeric, substitute 1 teaspoon ground turmeric. Lime boosts the tartness of turmeric to make a delightfully refreshing beverage. Myers's Rum is easy to find, but there are many small-batch dark rums now on the market; you may want to experiment with their subtle nuances.

6 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

7 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Mussels with Buttery Turmeric Broth

Mussels with Buttery Turmeric Broth
Credit: Caitlin Bensel

Mussels with Buttery Turmeric Broth Recipe

Cooking at home doesn't have to be difficult, expensive, or time-consuming. Mussels are surprisingly affordable and quick and easy to cook. They're also a standout sustainable star, a great option for those looking to make better seafood choices. A Dutch oven is key here; the roomy pot with a tight lid steams the mussels to perfection.

7 of 43

8 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Grilled Vegetables With Creamy Turmeric Sauce

Grilled Vegetables With Creamy Turmeric Sauce
Credit: Greg Dupree; Styling: Ginny Branch

Grilled Vegetables With Creamy Turmeric Sauce Recipe

Grilling the vegetables provides a smokey flavor which balances well with the spice notes of the turmeric sauce. Turmeric is spice that is a well-known antioxidant and also provides a golden color to these vegetables. 

8 of 43

9 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric Chicken-and-Chickpea Soup

Turmeric Chicken-and-Chickpea Soup
Credit: Caitlin Bensel

Turmeric Chicken-and-Chickpea Soup Recipe

In place of noodles, which tend to swell in soups, we look to canned chickpeas, which add texture and boost fiber.

9 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

10 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Shrimp Paella

Shrimp Paella

Shrimp Paella Recipe

Precooked rice and ground turmeric speed up this Spanish shrimp dish and keep cost in check. Let the rice sizzle in the pan to get the prized crispy layer.

10 of 43

11 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Roasted Cauliflower with Turmeric and Cumin

Roasted Cauliflower with Turmeric and Cumin
Credit: Paul Costello

Roasted Cauliflower with Turmeric and Cumin Recipe

"I love this hot or cold, by itself or as part of a larger meal," says Sera Pelle of this cauliflower dish that's a vibrant yellow from turmeric and fragrant with cumin, cilantro and mint.

11 of 43

12 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

One-Dish Chicken and Kielbasa Rice

One-Dish Chicken and Kielbasa Rice
Credit: Lee Harrelson

One-Dish Chicken and Kielbasa Rice Recipe

The turmeric, chicken broth, and sausage add layers of flavor to the rice. If you want to splurge, you can substitute a few crushed saffron threads for the turmeric.

12 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

13 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Carrot-Ginger Turmeric Sauce

Carrot-Ginger Turmeric Sauce
Credit: Caitlin Bensel

Carrot-Ginger Turmeric Sauce Recipe

Turmeric has some fantastic health benefits and is well worth keeping in rotation in your kitchen. Fresh turmeric looks similar to its rhizome relative—fresh ginger—but with an orange hue. Look for it in well-stocked produce departments and natural-foods stores. Its orange flesh adds vibrant color and turmeric-forward flavor to this sauce. Cooking the vegetables in a touch of coconut oil before pureeing them adds a hint of coconut flavor and also makes them soft enough to create a silky-smooth sauce (but go easy—it's high in saturated fat). Try drizzled over roasted leg of lamb or grilled chicken thighs, or thin with a little more vinegar and olive oil and use it as a salad dressing.

13 of 43

14 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Spanish-Style Shrimp with Yellow Rice

spanish-shrimp-yellow-rice
Credit: Jim Bathie

Spanish-Style Shrimp with Yellow Rice Recipe

Top yellow rice and peas with seasoned sauteed shrimp for a healthy, Spanish-inspired main dish. 

14 of 43

15 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Spinach Simmered in Yogurt

Spinach Simmered in Yogurt
Credit: © Kana Okada

Spinach Simmered in Yogurt Recipe

At Bedla House, a homestay in Udaipur, husband-and-wife owners Vijay and Soban Singh Bedla invite guests into their kitchen to watch them cook. Peggy Markel loved the way Soban grabbed spices without stopping to measure quantities, adding just the right amount of coriander and turmeric to this wonderfully rich spinach dish simmered in yogurt.

15 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

16 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Pork Chops and Couscous with Tomato-Caper Sauce

Pork Chops and Couscous with Tomato-Caper Sauce
Credit: Victor Protasio; Styling: Paige Hicks

Pork Chops and Couscous with Tomato-Caper Sauce Recipe

This dish easily works with chicken if you don't have pork on hand. Toasting the turmeric in oil is a simple way to develop savory depth--try this technique with any spices you're cooking with. Couscous makes for a quick, versatile side dish that easily adopts different flavor profiles. Israeli couscous has more of a bite to it and can also be served chilled for picnics and to-go lunches. The tomato-caper sauce pairs well with other proteins beyond pork and poultry such as sole or shrimp simply cooked with garlic and butter. 

16 of 43

17 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Hanoi-Style Salmon with Turmeric and Dill

Hanoi Style Salmon Turmeric Dill
Credit: Thomas J. Story Styling: Joni Noe

Hanoi-Style Salmon with Turmeric and Dill Recipe

In Vietnam, snakehead fish is used for this dish, but Hong Pham and his wife, Kim Dao--of ravenouscouple.com--love to make it with West Coast Copper River salmon. You can use the salmon and sides to create noodle bowls and spring rolls.

17 of 43

18 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Golden Milk

Golden Milk

Golden Milk Recipe

If you're wanting to incorporate the health benefits of turmeric into your diet, the options don't get more delicious than this richly spiced drink created by Emanne Desouky, co-owner of Super Juiced in Oakland. (Imagine eggnog, but vegan and good for you.) Desouky includes coconut milk and black pepper to make curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, more bioavailable. You'll need a nut-milk bag or cheesecloth for straining.

18 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

19 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip

Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip
Credit: Greg DuPree

Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip Recipe

Here's a lighter, more colorful take on the usual chips and dip. Beet chips crisp up in a flash in the microwave. Keep close watch on them to make sure they don't scorch.

19 of 43

20 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Garbanzo Stew

Garbanzo Stew
Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Garbanzo Stew Recipe

This vegetarian entrée is a great introduction to Indian food--subtly spiced with garam masala, curry, and turmeric, the latter two of which can be found in the spice section of your supermarket. Garam masala, a mixture of ground spices such as cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, and black peppercorns, is often found in gourmet grocery stores or in the Middle Eastern sections of supermarkets. (Recipe by the author of four cookbooks, including The Healthy Cuisine of India.)

20 of 43

21 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Black Pepper-Curry Chicken Sauté

ck-Black Pepper-Curry Chicken Saute
Credit: Photography: Greg Dupree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine

Black Pepper-Curry Chicken Sauté Recipe

Black pepper adds a subtle spiciness and enhances your body's absorption of turmeric in the curry. For the boldest flavor, use 1 teaspoon peppercorns. Serve with roasted cauliflower (as shown) or broccoli for an extra anti-inflammatory boost.

21 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

22 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Sautéed Baby Zucchini with Pecans and Mint

Sautéed Baby Zucchini with Pecans and Mint
Credit: Caitlin Bensel

Sautéed Baby Zucchini with Pecans and Mint Recipe

Cutting the baby zucchini diagonally into 1-inch pieces adds fun to the finished vegetables. To keep this dish ultra-simple and kid-friendly, you can omit the turmeric and sauté the zucchini just with butter and salt. For a more forward flavored dish with a pretty golden hue, be sure to add the turmeric. The mint will turn brown quickly; for the prettiest presentation, stir it in just before serving.

22 of 43

23 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric Lamb Chops with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli

ck-Turmeric Lamb Chops with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
Credit: Paige Grandjean

Turmeric Lamb Chops with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli Recipe

Lamb loin chops (shaped like mini T-bones) save about 11g sat fat per serving over rib or shoulder chops. You can also ask your butcher to cut "steaks" from a leg of lamb, also lean, or sub 2 (8-ounce) beef sirloin steaks.

23 of 43

24 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric-Mango Smoothie

Turmeric Mango Smoothie
Credit: Daniel Agee

Turmeric-Mango Smoothie Recipe

24 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

25 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup

Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup
Credit: Greg DuPree

Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup Recipe

Briefly cooking the pumpkin seeds and cumin in hot oil—a process known as blooming—draws out the aroma of the seeds and spice and deepens their flavor. Turmeric pairs fantastically with winter produce like cauliflower or root veggies, where its brightness, astringency, and tartness balance the earthy sweetness of the plants. Use plain Greek yogurt in place of sour cream, if you prefer.

25 of 43

26 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Copycat Starbucks Turmeric Latte

Copycat Starbucks Turmeric Latte image
Credit: Time Inc. Video Studio

Copycat Starbucks Turmeric Latte Recipe

Skip the coffee line and make your own trendy golden latte at home. 

26 of 43

27 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Spiced Tilapia with Coconut Rice

Spiced Tilapia with Coconut Rice
Credit: Caitlin Bensel

Spiced Tilapia with Coconut Rice Recipe

Two pantry staples—black pepper and turmeric—team up to fight inflammation and add bold flavor to this fast-fix tilapia. Dressing up microwave rice with coconut milk is a smart kitchen hack you’ll turn to again and again.

27 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

28 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric Chicken-Stuffed Peppers

Turmeric Chicken-Stuffed Peppers
Credit: Greg DuPree

Turmeric Chicken-Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Curcumin, the bright yellow polyphenol compound found in turmeric, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Preliminary research suggests curcumin may promote weight loss, lower risk of heart disease, and improve blood sugar control. Use a red bell pepper for 8 times more beta-carotene and 1.5 times more vitamin C than green.

28 of 43

29 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric-Dill Cucumbers

Turmeric-Dill Cucumbers
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Turmeric-Dill Cucumbers Recipe

If you loved watching your Mom or Grandmother make various kinds of pickles during the summer, you will get a kick out of making a batch of these Turmeric-Dill Cucumbers. The Master Pickle Brine is used as a base for this recipe and can also be used to pickle any of your favorite seasonal fruits or vegetables. This brine is made up of just four ingredients - rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt (plus 1 cup of tap water) – and comes together in just 20 minutes. This easy method would surely make Grandma jealous! The brine makes 4 cups - enough for one 32-oz or two 16-oz pickling jars. Slice the cucumbers and divide them, along with your fragrant dill sprigs, between the pickling jars. Make the Master Pickling Brine, and add the additional herbs, seasonings and spices. Once the sugar in the brine has melted, let it cool a few minutes, then pour it into the cucumber-packed jars. Cover with the lid, make sure it is sealed tightly, and chill a couple of days. This gives all the flavors time to work their way into the cucumbers, turning them into pickles. You can keep the pickles in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. Because you are making refrigerator pickles instead of storing them on the pantry shelf, you don’t need to use a hot and steamy water bath to process them. Serve these pickles alongside fried chicken or fried fish, or anytime you need a taste of summer.  

29 of 43

30 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Instant Pot Kichidi

MyRecipes_IP_Kichidi23.jpg
Credit: Jen Causey; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland

Instant Pot Kichidi Recipe

This comforting dish is nutty, earthy, and slightly lemony. It’s often given to people who are sick and is packed with nutrients thanks to the lentils, turmeric, and ginger. For optimal flavor, use cumin seeds rather than ground cumin, and temper them in ghee or oil. In a pinch, split yellow peas also make a good base. 

30 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

31 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric-Marinated Swordfish Skewers with Harissa and Pistachios

Turmeric-Marinated Swordfish Skewers with Harissa and Pistachios
Credit: Greg DuPree

Turmeric-Marinated Swordfish Skewers with Harissa and Pistachios Recipe

A simple turmeric rub plus a drizzle of chopped pistachios and spicy harissa equals immense flavor on these juicy swordfish skewers. Cut through the heat with a chilled white or rosé, such as a lightly fizzy Portuguese Vinho Verde.

31 of 43

32 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Moroccan Chickpea Stew
Credit: Randy Mayor; Leigh Anne Ross

Moroccan Chickpea Stew Recipe

This hearty chickpea stew features classic Moroccan spices like cumin, chili powder, and turmeric.  Serve over hot cooked rice and top with yogurt and cilantro.

32 of 43

33 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric-Pickled Deviled Eggs

Turmeric-Pickled Deviled Eggs
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Turmeric-Pickled Deviled Eggs Recipe

Deviled eggs get way more interesting when the eggs are pickled in a tangy brine that also dyes them a lovely color. The brine features turmeric, an orange-fleshed root that lends the eggs golden color and a peppery taste that’s matched by curry flavors in the filling. The longer the eggs marinate in the brine, the firmer they become and the more vibrant the color gets. If you’d like a tangier flavor, use some of the brine to loosen the filling instead of water. To update the look of these eggs, we cut them in half crosswise instead of lengthwise; you’ll need to slice a tiny sliver off each end so the egg halves won’t wobble on the platter.

33 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

34 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Arroz Con Pollo

Arroz Con Pollo
Credit: Jonny Valiant; Styling: Kate Parisian

Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

This classic Spanish and Latin America chicken and rice dish cooks in just one pot. 

34 of 43

35 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Red-Lentil Soup

Red-Lentil Soup
Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Red-Lentil Soup Recipe

This creamy lentil soup starts with dried red lentils and is flavored with turmeric, cumin, garlic and a bit of lime juice. 

35 of 43

36 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Split Pea-Spinach Dal with Cauliflower

Split Pea-Spinach Dal with Cauliflower
Credit: Karry Hosford

Split Pea-Spinach Dal with Cauliflower Recipe

Throughout India, a meal is not complete without some variation of this spice-tempered legume dish. Cumin and turmeric provide slightly bitter notes, but this dish has an overall salty-savory flavor. Split-pea spinach dal with cauliflower is more of a stew than a soup; for a thinner version, decrease the final simmering time.

36 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

37 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Gingery Turmeric-Yogurt Dressing

gingery-turmeric-yogurt-salad-dressing.jpg

Gingery Turmeric-Yogurt Dressing Recipe

37 of 43

38 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric Pork Chops with Green Onion Rice

Turmeric Pork Chops with Green Onion Rice
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Turmeric Pork Chops with Green Onion Rice Recipe

38 of 43

39 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Turmeric Chai Latte

Turmeric Latte
Credit: Daniel Agee

Turmeric Chai Latte Recipe

39 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

40 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Corn Cakes with Bacon and Turmeric Yogurt

Corn Cakes with Bacon and Turmeric Yogurt

Corn Cakes with Bacon and Turmeric Yogurt Recipe

Serve these sweet-savory cakes as a hearty side dish (they would be great with grilled shrimp) or as a lighter entrée with a side salad. Or turn them into an appetizer by making smaller cakes.

40 of 43

41 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Pasta Pearls with Spinach and Turmeric

pasta-pearls-spinach-tumeric.jpg

Pasta Pearls with Spinach and Turmeric Recipe

41 of 43

42 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Vietnamese Tilapia with Turmeric and Dill

Vietnamese Tilapia with Turmeric and Dill
Credit: Squire Fox; Styling: Kaitlyn Du Ross

Vietnamese Tilapia with Turmeric and Dill Recipe

A killer savory marinade of shallots, fish sauce, toasted sesame oil, garlic, and turmeric permeates the fish and gives it a beautiful golden color. When you sear the fish in a hot-hot pan (go for stainless steel or cast iron here), it gets fantastically browned.

42 of 43

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

43 of 43

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email

Shrimp and Sausage Paella

Shrimp and Sausage Paella
Credit: Photography: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Shrimp and Sausage Paella Recipe

Just a small amount of saffron gives this dish a golden appearance and a pungent aroma. If you don't have saffron, double the turmeric.

43 of 43

Replay gallery

Share the Gallery

Pinterest Facebook

Up Next

    Share the Gallery

    Pinterest Facebook
    Trending Videos
    Advertisement
    Skip slide summaries

    Everything in This Slideshow

    Advertisement

    View All

    1 of 43 Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup
    2 of 43 Chicken Biryani
    3 of 43 Veggie Bowl with Tofu Scramble
    4 of 43 Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Bacon
    5 of 43 Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup 
    6 of 43 Dark and Limey
    7 of 43 Mussels with Buttery Turmeric Broth
    8 of 43 Grilled Vegetables With Creamy Turmeric Sauce
    9 of 43 Turmeric Chicken-and-Chickpea Soup
    10 of 43 Shrimp Paella
    11 of 43 Roasted Cauliflower with Turmeric and Cumin
    12 of 43 One-Dish Chicken and Kielbasa Rice
    13 of 43 Carrot-Ginger Turmeric Sauce
    14 of 43 Spanish-Style Shrimp with Yellow Rice
    15 of 43 Spinach Simmered in Yogurt
    16 of 43 Pork Chops and Couscous with Tomato-Caper Sauce
    17 of 43 Hanoi-Style Salmon with Turmeric and Dill
    18 of 43 Golden Milk
    19 of 43 Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip
    20 of 43 Garbanzo Stew
    21 of 43 Black Pepper-Curry Chicken Sauté
    22 of 43 Sautéed Baby Zucchini with Pecans and Mint
    23 of 43 Turmeric Lamb Chops with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli
    24 of 43 Turmeric-Mango Smoothie
    25 of 43 Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup
    26 of 43 Copycat Starbucks Turmeric Latte
    27 of 43 Spiced Tilapia with Coconut Rice
    28 of 43 Turmeric Chicken-Stuffed Peppers
    29 of 43 Turmeric-Dill Cucumbers
    30 of 43 Instant Pot Kichidi
    31 of 43 Turmeric-Marinated Swordfish Skewers with Harissa and Pistachios
    32 of 43 Moroccan Chickpea Stew
    33 of 43 Turmeric-Pickled Deviled Eggs
    34 of 43 Arroz Con Pollo
    35 of 43 Red-Lentil Soup
    36 of 43 Split Pea-Spinach Dal with Cauliflower
    37 of 43 Gingery Turmeric-Yogurt Dressing
    38 of 43 Turmeric Pork Chops with Green Onion Rice
    39 of 43 Turmeric Chai Latte
    40 of 43 Corn Cakes with Bacon and Turmeric Yogurt
    41 of 43 Pasta Pearls with Spinach and Turmeric
    42 of 43 Vietnamese Tilapia with Turmeric and Dill
    43 of 43 Shrimp and Sausage Paella

    Share & More

    Facebook Tweet Email
    MyRecipes

    Magazines & More

    Learn More

    • Advertise this link opens in a new tab
    • Content Licensing this link opens in a new tab
    • Accolades this link opens in a new tab

    Connect

    Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    Sign Up
    MeredithMyRecipes.com is part of the Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. MyRecipes is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. MyRecipes may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab
    © Copyright MyRecipes. All rights reserved. Printed from https://www.myrecipes.com

    Sign in

    View image

    40+ Hearty Turmeric Recipes
    this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.