Krachiao

Curcuma angustifolia

flower · vegetable

Young pink flower stalks of a curcuma, boiled or raw with nam phrik, the chili sauce; sold at markets.

Origin

Northeastern Thailand

Season (United States)

June to September

Preparation

The young flower stalks are rinsed, cut into pieces and eaten raw, dipped in the chilli sauce, or boiled for two to three minutes.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Anthocyanins

Did you know?

It looks like the Siam tulip, its ornamental cousin.