Best Ground Turmeric Substitutes in Red Lentil and Coconut Soup
This recipe calls for 1 tsp ground turmeric. If you're out of ground turmeric or need to adapt the recipe, here are 3 tested substitutes - each with a quantity guide and notes on how it changes the dish.
About This Substitution
Role in this recipe: Golden colour, earthy warmth, anti-inflammatory
When you don't have turmeric.
3 Substitutes for Ground Turmeric in Red Lentil and Coconut Soup
1. Saffron (dissolved in warm water)
Ratio: Large pinch saffron per 1/4 tsp turmeric
Expensive but provides golden colour - completely different flavour, much more floral.
2. Mild curry powder
Ratio: 1:1
Contains turmeric - adds additional spice complexity but provides the colour and some of the flavour.
3. Annatto powder (achiote)
Ratio: 1:1
Provides identical golden-orange colour with a mildly earthy, slightly sweet flavour. Popular in Latin American cooking.
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