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Fresh Turmeric Pickle: The Golden Power Condiment – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Fresh Turmeric Pickle: The Golden Power Condiment

Discover how to make a vibrant, zesty, and anti-inflammatory fresh turmeric pickle. This easy recipe adds a pop of color and a wealth of health benefits to any meal, perfect for a vegetarian lifestyle.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 25

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz (113 g) fresh turmeric root
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp (3 g / 0.11 oz) salt
  • ½ cup (120 ml / 4.1 fl oz) water
  • For perfectly uniform, paper-thin slices, use a mandoline slicer. This helps the turmeric absorb the brine quickly and provides a delicate texture.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Turmeric: Using the edge of a teaspoon or a vegetable peeler, gently scrape the thin skin off the fresh turmeric root.
  2. Slice the root into very thin, coin-like rounds. 2.
  3. Combine and Jar: Place the sliced turmeric into a clean, sterilized 8-ounce jar.
  4. Pour in the fresh lemon juice, salt, and water. 3. Pickle and Store: Screw the lid on tightly and give the jar a good shake to combine all the . Store in the refrigerator.
  5. While it's ready to enjoy almost immediately, the flavors will meld and deepen after a day. This fresh pickle will keep for up to two months in the fridge.
  6. Add a few whole black peppercorns to the jar. Piperine in black pepper is known to enhance the absorption of curcumin, boosting the health benefits.
  7. Don't discard the vibrant brine!
  8. Drizzle it over salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls for a zesty, turmeric-infused dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 5.3gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.3g

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