The vibrant color in this soup comes from turmeric. Commonly used in curries and Indian cuisine it has an earthy bitter flavor. However, the coconut milk in this recipe mellows that bitter flavor and results in a creamy spicy soup. Turmeric is not a hot spice, however can be a complementary flavor in recipes with heat. Nutritionally, turmeric is an antioxidant containing spice with anti-inflammatory properties. It has also been found to help lower cholesterol and prevent hear