Spice of life: how turmeric became the ‘new gold’ for Sri Lanka villagers
Turmeric is synonymous with Sri Lankan cuisine and an import ban is helping boost production after the ravages of civil war
In Sri Lankan cuisine, a pinch of turmeric brings the gold colour to sodhi, the mildly spiced coconut soup eaten with the island’s carbohydrate-rich foods.
Turmeric is valued in every Sri Lankan kitchen for its subtle flavour, distinct yellow colour and powerful aroma. In ayurvedic medicine, this humble spice is hailed for its values as an anti-inflammatory.
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