Kum Kum Powder
Turn the yellow color or turmeric to rusty orange by following the instructions below. This pigment is so easy to produce many Indians make their own each year for Holi.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. Turmeric Powder
- 1 Tbsp. Baking Soda
- Juice from 1 Lemon
- 1 tsp. Water, if needed
Instructions
- Mix 2 Tbsp. of turmeric powder with 1 Tbsp. of baking soda* in a shallow dish.
- Add the juice of one lemon and mix it in with your fingers.
- You may add a few drops of water if needed to get the components thoroughly mixed. You will notice the color begin to go from bright yellow to a burnt orange color.
- Dry on a screen and then use at Holi. Store in an air-tight container.
Notes
*You may also use slaked lime (you can find it in the canning section of the store), but baking soda typically offers more consistent results.
Always avoid throwing kum kum powder, or any Holi color, directly into someone's eyes, nose, or throat.
Holi celebrations in India can get a little raucous, but when you celebrate at home with friends or your homeschool co-op, you can keep things a little more tame. Remember to have fun and get messy, though!
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