Turmeric

With its strong earthy and bitter flavour overlain with a pepper-like aroma — this bright orange root is used sparingly in spice mixes as its flavour is intense and is often added for its rich brilliant colour. In Peranakan cuisine, turmeric is also one of the several pungent roots used extensively. At Violet Oon Singapore, this age-old spice is infused into the rich stew of our Buah Keluak Ayam, and Garam Assam Fish. The turmeric leaf provides a totally different delicate flavour to dishes. ⁠