How to Make Turmeric Powder from Fresh Home Grown Root. 

Thank you for the advice. Turmeric, cracked black pepper and Coconut oil made into a paste has amazing healing properties 🙏🏻

I’m so glad that I found your RU-vid channel. I have been wanting to grow turmeric to turn it into a powder. I buy so much of the product, it’s nice to know that I can grow and process all of this at home. Thank you so much for the video.

Greetings from São Paulo, Brazil. I make turmeric powder. Low temperature helps to keep the nutrients. It's better not to boil. I ja e a Sun Drier that bake the products slowly under the sun. It last for o e a year when dehydrate. It keep the food nutrients. When you boil you loose some food nutrients. Keep up the good work.

You're a scientist now ;) great experiment and info

Outstanding reveal! Thanks mate!

I was very interested in how turmeric was produced. This is an information feast on the subject narrated by a very jolly and friendly man. Well done sir, you have produced a clear and easy to listen to video. Thanks for posting :)

Thank you for showing us the boiled & raw powdered tumeric, thumbs up Rob

great video!! I was trying to see the difference between boiling and non boiling (just using a dehydrator). This was very clear and informative. I will be using the non boiling and dehydrator method

I'm going to give you some golden advice (excuse the pun). Do NOT add bicarb to your turmeric at any point during the process unless you want to destroy and lose the curcumin! A Bicarb solution is highly alkaline and high pH destroys curcumin. Let me explain.. Notice when you add the bicarb and boil the water it eventually turns a dark red, that happens because the high pH dissolves the curcumin and draws it out of the root. The reason Curcumin turns red then black is because it deprotonates. In other words, the part of the curcumin molecule (the OH groups) that is responsible for reflecting the yellow wavelength of light (which gives it it's distinct orange/yellow colour) degrades and donates a hydrogen ion, when this happens it changes colour it loses its therapeutic properties such as it Antioxidant ability (ie, ability to donate an electron which it's now just lost to the alkali). You can also easily see this when you chop up some turmeric and add bleach to it. Bleach is highly alkaline it will turn the turmeric red and black and destroying the curcumin in the process. Understand also that curcumin is practically insoluble in water which is why even though boiling turmeric will increase curcunins water solubility a little you will still only lose about 2-10ug/ml of curcumin out of the root onto the water ,and probably even less if you left the skin on. But when you add an alkali, your actually making the curcumin more soluble (curcumin dissolves in alkali conditions) so you draw more curcumin from the root and into the water where it is destroyed and lost. Your friend mentioned adding the bicarb gives it more "colour" that is simply because some of the alkali solution is being absorbed by the turmeric root and it's curcumin is being darkened due to some alkali induced degradation. Taking the skin off then boiling in an alkali condition only allows more of the alkali to penetrate the root allowing more curcumin to be destroyed or lost, hence your darker turmeric roots when booking them skinned. (Btw; I'm a PhD researcher and work with curcumin in the lab).

Very cool! thanks for the comparisons between the various ways of prepping and drying the turmeric too. (good job not forgetting the "control!")

Thanks much for this clear, precise, informative video, and also for the comparison. I’m new to the amazing benefits of turmeric and appreciate vids that are this clear. Huge thumbs-up!

gladly i found your information video. I always throw the boil turmeric tea after I used to drink it.

Thanks so much for this video, my sister grows a lot of turmeric on their small farm in south east QLD and she always makes the golden paste for me, now I can share this so I can enjoy the powder. Great info and keep it up Rob

I enjoy watching your videos thank you for all your information, my friend I will keep coming back.

Just wanted to share with you, the turmuric is now up. First time planting after your email and it's doing great. Thank you.

Thank you Rob Bob. Very well presented.

we have been growing turmeric since i remember and it is in all our Indian dish. I would say don't add bicarbonate . just boil , sun dry and powder,. this is mainly done to reduce the strong flavor of fresh turmeric and slightly increase the shelf life specially in humid Indian climate

Sir thank you kindly for making this video. I love how you did different ways

Thank you for this video. I'm about to throw my store bought turmeric powder in the trash and only make fresh from now on because I heard some companies started adding lead powder to turmeric spice to add to the weight to get more for the pound and the FDA can't regulate this since they don't consider spice a food!!! O.O

nice preparation

Thanks Rob, great info and interesting comparison between boiled and raw root. I have a similar dehydrator with the mesh trays and use baking paper for things that either shrink (like chilies and small tomatoes) or when doing fruit leather.

Its very useful video... thank you for this clear explanation ...❤

The ginger looks great, Rob! Looking forward to seeing that harvest.

Helps alot. Many thanks for the video.

Always enjoy seeing your videos pop up in my youtube subscriptions

I learned many years ago in Home Ec. that Baking Soda added to boiling water for preserving the color of veggies actually destroys nutrients, so this is something I would definitely revise in the process. I am wondering, though if the boiling in necessary to obtain medicinial benefits - something to research.

Nice presentation, this is very helpful to me

I wish I were on your family and friends gift list!

How well explained Sir 🙏🙏🙏

Great clip on turmeric

Good, very Good video comparison. So I am taking away that you are now using not the boiled method, but only the drying method. Just subscribed, God Bless

This is one of your great video shares. Thanks for doing a video about the processing of your roots.

That was a very informative, well thought out and beautifully edited tutorial Rob! Thank you for taking the time to make these high quality videos. Your Patreon page looks fantastic too! I look forward to sharing notes on using the Patreon platform :)

A little smirk when he said sniff the powders

thanks for this clip. I'll be definitely sending you a photo of my turmeric when its next season. now to get a dehydrator.

Rob, Ya done good to answer my question to leave skin on or not which I will do for smaller pieces. Much thanks.

Great information! I have fibromyalgia so turmeric is important for inflammation. Thanks, love to the family and cheers!

I tried it raw sun dried then blended and it's great.

Mum would always put bi carb in the water she boiled peas in to retain their colour :) I have a yellow turmeric I just planted. To be honest, I haven't used turmeric in the past, but I will now :)

Thank you for sharing this very helpful video! i would like to ask you in regards of storing, can i refrigerate raw fresh grind turmeric with olive oil in a jar for daily use? i am very new with turmeric uses! any advice will be very helpful and appreciated. ☺

Thanks for the great info! Very comprehensive.

So informative... thanks ... all the respect

thank u so much rob for your time in making this wonderful informative video.

Thanks for the update. Great video.

Thank you, thank you for your video post, now I have someones practical example for processing tumeric root!!!

Thank you! I accidentally bought turmeric and tried to figure out some uses for it but preferred powdered form

great video. thank you for all the great information

Teşekürler sakalı adam zerfeçalı nasıl kurutacagımı bilmiyorum 🙏🙏👍🇹🇷

Very good information. I would try raw and sun dry by cutting as wafers.

Excellent video

Thank you very much for showing these two methods. That was very brilliant. Great job and thank you

Thank you! Very very informative and helpful!

Love your videos rob cheers from Italy :)!!!!

A lot of cooks use bicarb to retain vibrant green color of vegetables during cooking, however that destroys the nutritional value of the vegetable. I thought the raw processed powder looked perfect👍👍.

Bumped into your channel searching around. How interesting! Thank you Rob! Subscribed already. Also got a channel which started last year...hope yo grow it fast, but no niche at the moment.

I have both the frozen and powder, We are mostly only using the powder now, Don't think I well be freezing any more, For us the powder is the way to go. It is a little bit of work to make but not a big deal. That ginger is looking good,

great video. very informative. thanks!

Fewer new videos means going back to watch those in the library I missed or re-watching favorite episodes.

Thank you Rob! I have been wanting to know how to do this!

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

What happens if you don't dehydrate it? Like cut it into small chunks and then grind it?

Thanks for your info but i don't know the root you use , is any root you get anywhere

very comprehensive thanks a lot Rob

Brilliant video, thank you

There is no need to freeze it instead you fill in air tight container or zip log bags and keep it in the fridge .It will last for many years and not to worry .

Great video!! Always wanted to try it 😊👍🍺

Very helpful. Would like some information as to exactly when turmeric is ready to be harvested. I have been told that you wait until the leaves are virtually all dead, then dig up the rhizomes ? Thanks

this was a super cool video Rob Bob, thanks.

Thanks sir Rob for the Sharing I'll will try it keep safe God BleS

Hey Rob , spoke to you in the past i lived a Maleny then,, just a question on turmeric powder what sort of shelf life are you getting ,, cheers Samuel

If I ever make turmeric, I'm going to follow the school of thought which says you peel the skins and dry it raw.

Thanq for your information.

thanks for the info sir

Thanks for sharing! I have two questions for you: 1. What did you do with the water you used to boil the turmeric roots? 2. Can you do the same with a little old turmeric roots or they need to be fresh?

The boil water is full of nutrients. No reason to discard the larger chunks either. I’d use them both

great video !! great information very informative !!

Thank you! Great vid. Straight to the point and precise!

Amazing

Boiling turmeric can potentially affect its health benefits, including its anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin, which is responsible for many of its health benefits, including its anti-inflammatory effects. However, curcumin is not very water-soluble and is sensitive to heat and light. When you boil turmeric, especially for extended periods or at high temperatures, some of the curcumin may break down or become less bioavailable. This means that the amount of curcumin that your body can absorb and utilize might be reduced. To maximize the potential health benefits of turmeric, especially its anti-inflammatory effects, it's often recommended to consume it in a form that ensures better absorption of curcumin. One way to enhance absorption is to consume turmeric with a source of fat (like coconut oil, olive oil, or black pepper) and in combination with other ingredients that may increase its bioavailability. Keep in mind that while boiling turmeric might affect curcumin's bioavailability, it doesn't mean that boiled turmeric is completely devoid of health benefits. Many other compounds in turmeric also contribute to its overall health-promoting properties. If you want to harness the full potential of turmeric's anti-inflammatory benefits, consider using it in various culinary preparations and combining it with ingredients that can enhance its absorption.

Great information.

Thanks Bob for such a nice video. My question is do we have to peel the turmeric before drying. I peeled,boiled and the sundried the turmeric. But the colour was not good.

Can turmeric grow outdoor all year round ? Thanks

Nice video, was there much difference in the taste? I will try to find some to plant next year so this is extremely helpful. Ive only ever had the powder so I don't know which method would be more "beneficial" but if I saw some people drying it raw and others boiling it...I would combine the methods and "blanch" it. Unless you are trying to get rid of bitter or undesirable element. But if you can eat it raw Ill assume it tastes good.

Can tumeric be dried in the oven. If so what temperature and how long ?

Awesome thanks heaps Rob

Thanks mate, good info there. Appreciate the time and effort

Turmeric is good for health and ur videos well treat us how can make turmeric powder at home thanks for the guidance

Very informative...thank you :)

youre amazing Rob, i enjoy the condensed experiences expertly explained and delivered, literally not a single useless statement to be found! thank you keep up the excellent work. p.s. that beard is impressive, stay dapper fam

lots of info.. thank you!

good info Rob. Thank you.

I wonder if "juicing" the tumeric through an auger style juicer would work?

Hi Rob... I can't seem to find tumeric roots anywhere. Where did you get your first supply?

Doesn’t turmeric rot in waterlogged soil? Wouldn’t that be a risk when considering aquaponics? Or does aeration of the water prevent this disease?

Good stuff! Thanks for sharing.

I just want Rob to be my uncle. Coolest guy on youtube

Hi sir is there any alternative to the dehydrator? Other than oven

hi Rob, I do not have one of those lovely machines you possess for the drying, what temp gas would be the way to go and for how long? Adelaide person here. I am wanting to make a Turmeric infusion for soap making using the root, but can only find powders used, so looks like I make my own powder :) Thanks

what make or brand is the dryer.if you don't have what options are opened

Thank you Rob, I really appreciated you took the time to show us both. I wonder why you have to add in Baking Soda while boiling. Any how, I will slice them with the skin on and blend. I will never buy the Turmeric powder again as it has lots of chemicals added in them. At home I just blend the fresh turmeric then fill it into my old ice tray for 24 hrs. Then remove and keep them in a air tight bag.