While curry powder can be used in a number of ways, there are five ways that it is most commonly and most effectively used: as a rub, in a sauce, marinade, broth or stew.
Rubs: The spices in curry powder are great for flavoring meats and vegetables for grilling. Simply mix the curry powder with about 1/4 cup of oil (vegetable or olive), add your meat or vegetables to the mixture and allow it to marinate for at least an hour before grilling.
If you plan on having guests over for lunch or dinner and want to grill pork chops, chicken breasts or shrimp, curry powder rubs can provide a nice change from the same old barbecue routine. For pork chops and chicken breasts, use about 2 tablespoons of curry powder per pound of meat. For shrimp, use 4-5 teaspoons per pound.
Curry powder is a spice blend that is used extensively in Indian cuisine. It typically consists of up to 20 spices, herbs and seeds which are ground into a powder and mixed together. While the ingredients vary by region and cook, there are some common ingredients that you will find in most curry powder recipes.
Curry powder can be used in a number of ways, both as an ingredient while cooking other dishes or as a rub for meat before grilling. The following are five tasty recipes that use curry powder in different ways.
Curry Powder Rub: This simple rub can be used on practically any type of meat before grilling it. It’s great on chicken but it’s equally good on pork, beef and even fish. To make the rub, just mix together two tablespoons of curry powder, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of ground cumin, 2 teaspoons of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar. Mix it all together and coat your meat with it before putting it on the grill.
Curried Cauliflower: This is another simple dish that you can prepare quickly on your stove top with just a few ingredients. Chop up half of a head of cauliflower into bite-sized florets and sauté them over medium heat in olive oil
Curry powder is a blend of spices that contains turmeric, cumin, coriander and often fenugreek. It is delicious in stews, soups, rice dishes and curries.
When you make curry powder yourself, you can control the heat level by adding as much or as little chili powder as you like.
If you don’t have time to make your own curry powder, there are many great commercial brands available in the supermarket. Just look for a bottle with a label that says “curry powder” on it (not “curry spice”).
Here are 5 ways to use your curry powder:
1. Curry Popcorn: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1/4 cup popcorn kernels and cover the pot. When the kernels begin to pop, shake the pan back and forth over the burner. When the popping slows down, turn off the heat and remove from burner. Sprinkle with salt and curry powder to taste.
Curry powder is the secret ingredient for a quick and delicious Indian-style dish. This seasoning blend can be used to marinate chicken or beef, sprinkle on top of rice or veggies, or even stir into soup. Try these five recipes that use curry powder in inventive and simple ways.
1. Whip up this Coconut Curry Chicken Soup that takes only 15 minutes to prepare. It’s easy enough for weeknight dinners!
2. These Coconut Curry Chicken Burgers are a fun take on traditional burgers, with an unexpected yet delicious flavor combination.
3. Use some leftover chicken and create this Curried Chicken Salad with Apples, Celery and Cranberries. The sweet cranberries add a nice crunch and taste great with the curry spices. Serve it over lettuce or on your favorite bread.
4. It’s easy to make your own Homemade Curry Powder! You probably already have most of the ingredients in your spice cabinet, so you won’t even need to make a special trip to the store.
5. Make some Homemade Lentil Curry Soup that is full of flavor and has a touch of sweetness from the coconut milk mixed in with it.
Curry is one of the most versatile spices that you can keep stocked in your pantry. From salads to soups to meat, fish and vegetables, the right curry powder can transform an ordinary dish into something a little more exotic.
Curry powder is a blend of several different spices including turmeric, cardamom, coriander, cumin and chili peppers. The blend varies depending on the type of curry. Yellow curry powder has a mild flavor with a touch of heat while red curry powder is hotter and in some cases has a smoky flavor.
The most common use for curry powder is in Indian dishes like tikka masala and korma (you can find many of these recipes on our site). But you shouldn’t stop there! Here are five other ways to use curry powder:
Making your own curry powder is easy and allows you to customize the blend to your tastes. It’s also a great way to use up spices that are past their prime or have been sitting in the cupboard for a while. To make 5 tablespoons of curry powder, use 1 tablespoon each of coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Add 2 teaspoons of mustard seeds and 1/2 teaspoon each of cardamom and black pepper. You can also add 2 teaspoons of fenugreek for a more authentic flavor. Store the curry powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
1. During the final 10 minutes of cooking a pot of rice, stir in 1 teaspoon curry powder per cup of raw rice along with a pinch of salt.
2. Instead of salt and pepper on scrambled eggs, seasoning them with curry powder adds zing without overpowering the delicate eggs.
3. Mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise with 1 teaspoon curry powder to make an interesting dip for vegetables or crackers.
4. Use curry powder as you would paprika: sprinkle it over popcorn, baked potatoes or other foods you want to add some color to as well as flavor.
5. Make Kerala-style chicken
Bringing together the taste of the Orient and Caribbean, the Curry Powder and Rice dish is a perfect appetizer for any occasion. The recipe requires just 10 minutes to make and one hour to cook. This easy-to-make dish will give your taste buds an experience they won’t soon forget.
Ingredients:
5 tablespoons curry powder
1 cup rice
3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 tablespoon vegetable oil
Directions:
In a large saucepan, add 3 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to boil and add in 1 cup rice. Cook on medium heat for 20 minutes; stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and cook for additional 20 minutes. Rinse rice under cold water; drain well. In a large pot, heat 1/4 tablespoon oil over medium heat and add 5 tablespoons curry powder; cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add in the cooked rice and combine well with the curry powder. Serve hot or cold as desired.
