John Myers
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Curry – What is the spice mix made of?
In the Tamil language, spice mixtures are referred to as “Kari”. The name curry was probably derived from this word. The British learned to appreciate the spice mixture during the colonial period in India and took it to their island without further ado.
- How many components curry is made of is completely different. Some curry mixtures consist of only four to six spices, while others consist of over 30 ingredients.
- The same applies to the flavors, from mild to spicy to hot, there is something for every dish and every taste. The specific spices used vary according to different flavors, but some are present in almost every curry.
- This definitely includes turmeric, which among other things is responsible for the rich yellow tone of the curry. Even if the taste varies greatly in some cases, one thing is the same for all curry spice mixtures: the rich color.
- In addition to turmeric, fenugreek, coriander, and cumin are among the spices that are among the basic ingredients of a curry.
- The curry also contains spices such as paprika, cinnamon, fennel, nutmeg, chilies, pepper, cloves, ginger, cardamom, mustard seeds and herbs such as thyme, cloves, blue poppy seeds or rosemary.
- Tip: Since there is no universal recipe for curry powder, it is always worth taking a look at the list of ingredients before buying. Manufacturers like to add cheap fillers such as dextrose and/or starch or salt to very inexpensive curry mixtures in particular.
Make curry powder and curry paste yourself – this is how it works
Basically, making your own curry powder is very simple: you mix the spices, many of which you can plant yourself in a raised bed, according to your taste. However, it is more difficult to create the perfect curry mixture.
- To start with, you should therefore use the ingredient list of your favorite curry as a guide and then adapt it accordingly. You have to experiment a bit, but that’s the most fun in the kitchen.
- It is important that you seal your individual curry mixture airtight and store it in a cool, dark room, such as the pantry. Alternatively, freeze the curry.
- Making a curry paste isn’t rocket science either: First, add enough vinegar to your curry so that you get a relatively firm paste. Then heat the oil and add the curry porridge. Finally, stir the mixture over moderate heat for about 15 minutes until you have the typical curry paste.
