<P> When not used fresh , the rhizomes are boiled in water for about 30 -- 45 minutes and then dried in hot ovens , after which they are ground into a deep - orange - yellow powder commonly used as a coloring and flavoring agent in many Asian cuisines , especially for curries , as well as for dyeing . Turmeric powder has a warm , bitter , pepper - like flavor and earthy , mustard - like aroma . </P>
<P> When not used fresh , the rhizomes are boiled in water for about 30 -- 45 minutes and then dried in hot ovens , after which they are ground into a deep - orange - yellow powder commonly used as a coloring and flavoring agent in many Asian cuisines , especially for curries , as well as for dyeing . Turmeric powder has a warm , bitter , pepper - like flavor and earthy , mustard - like aroma . </P>
which part of the plant turmeric is obtained
which part of the plant turmeric is obtained
the rhizomes
the rhizomes