Popular Uses for Madras Curry Powder (Dried Spice Blend)
Meats & Poultry
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Chicken Curry: Madras Curry Powder is the foundation for flavorful, medium-hot chicken curries.
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Lamb Dishes: A classic seasoning for lamb stews, rogan josh, or lamb curry.
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Turkey Cutlets: Sprinkle into turkey curries or stir-fries for bold flavor.
Seafood
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Fish Curries: A staple in South Indian-style fish curries with coconut milk or tomato bases.
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Shrimp Masala: Enhances shrimp dishes with aromatic spice and gentle heat.
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Seafood Stews: Adds depth to seafood soups and spicy broths.
Vegetables & Plant-Based
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Potato Curries: A must-have in aloo curry and spiced potato dishes.
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Chickpea Dishes: Perfect for chana masala or spiced chickpea salads.
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Tofu & Tempeh: Infuses plant-based proteins with robust curry flavor.
Rice & Grains
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Biryani: Brings spice and color to vegetable or chicken biryani.
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Pilafs: Enhances rice pilafs with peas, carrots, or beans.
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Quinoa Bowls: Adds curry warmth to grain bowls with roasted vegetables.
Soups & Stews
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Lentil Soups: A flavorful spice for dals and lentil soups.
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Vegetable Stews: Adds bold seasoning to mixed vegetable curries.
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Chili: A curry-style alternative to chili powder in bean stews.
Sauces & Condiments
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Curry Gravies: The base for tomato, yogurt, or coconut milk curry gravies.
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Chutneys: Adds warmth to fruit chutneys like mango or apple.
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Marinades: Blend with yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice for marinades.
Specialty Uses
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Egg Dishes: Sprinkle into scrambled eggs or omelets for a curry twist.
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Street Food: A seasoning in Indian street food like samosa fillings.
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Spice Blends: Found in homemade curry pastes and fusion sauces.
Ingredients: Coriander, chilies, pepper, cumin, mustard, fenugreek, garlic, turmeric, salt, chick pea flour
Madras Curry Vegan Vegetable Soup recipe, The Spruce Eats
