Amba Haldi, or mango ginger turmeric, is another variety with white flesh. Both types of turmeric roots are often used together to create pickles like Haldi Achar, adding depth to the flavour profile.

For seasoning the pickle, you need 1 cup salt, 1 tbsp lal mirch powder, 1 tbsp haldi, 200 gm mustard seeds, 100 gm jeera. Wash and chop hari mirch, then mix with salt. Spread on a cloth and let it dry ...