Curcuma
Curcuma Longa
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This tasty oriental seasoning commonly used in curry, works as a good substitute for saffron in rice, it is a great ally of health.
The curcuma is obtained from the rhizome of the Curcuma longa plant, it belongs to the same family as ginger and is a basic condiment of the oriental cuisine.
Benefits.
Curcuma is a powerful antioxidant that significantly reduces the damage that free radicals do to cells and therefore it is useful in preventing cancer.
Use
It can be used in different recipes, adding a few tablespoons of ground turmeric (curcuma) in the final phase of the preparation, ensuring that the heat does not destroy its beneficial components.