What kind of spice is turmeric?

Question

I have a recipe that calls for turmeric -- is there an alterate spice that offers the same result/taste?

Answer 1

ground turmeric = powdered turmeric = Indian saffron = eastern saffron.  Pronunciation:  TURR-mer-ick   Notes:   Turmeric has a pleasant enough flavor, but it's prized more for the brilliant yellow color it imparts to whatever it's cooked with.  It's a standard ingredient in curry powders, pickles, and prepared mustards.  Be careful--turmeric can stain your clothes.  Substitutes:  turmeric (1 piece fresh turmeric = 1 teaspoon ground turmeric) OR mustard powder OR mustard powder + pinch of saffron

  

Answer 2

Turmeric is a root that is ground into a spice.