02/11/2026
The Satay Skewer
Est. 1984 | Sydney - Still going strong…
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THE INGREDIENTS BEHIND THE FLAVOUR
First up: Turmeric
That beautiful golden colour in so many Asian dishes often has a little help from a humble root called turmeric.
Turmeric comes from the underground stem, or rhizome, of a tropical plant. It's related to ginger, and when you cut into fresh turmeric you'll discover its wonderfully vivid orange-gold flesh.
It can be used fresh, dried or ground into powder. But turmeric does more than add colour. It brings an earthy aroma, gentle warmth and a slight bitterness that helps build the flavour of a dish.
Here's something interesting: turmeric is often gently heated in oil before other ingredients are added. This helps release its colour and aroma into the cooking oil. Too much heat, though, and it can become bitter.
It's one of those ingredients that doesn't necessarily shout for attention, but it certainly makes its presence felt.
A small spice with a big personality!
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