Description
Widely used in Indian cooking, Curry powder is actually a pulverized blend of up to 20 spices, herbs and seeds. Among those most commonly used are cardamom, chiles, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, fennel seed, fenugreek, mace, nutmeg, red and black pepper, poppy and sesame seeds, saffron, tamarind and turmeric (the latter is what gives curried dishes their characteristic yellow color). Color may vary from Bright golden yellow or toasty brown. Flavor & Aroma is musky, sometimes sweet and sometimes spicy. Since up to 20 spices can comprise curry powder, its profile is complex. Turmeric and fenugreek add earthiness; cinnamon and cardamom add sweetness; chiles and pepper add heat It is added to some dishes along with other spices to enhance their flavor and aroma. While the basic ingredients used are the same, each household has its own proportions so that the end result will often differ from home to home. The better the quality of the ingredients, the tastier the garam masala and the resulting dish in which it is used.

How to Select
Choose from the available brands in the market. Ensure the manufacturing as well as expiry date for fresh powder.

Culinary Uses
· Curry powder is used to flavor soups and stews
· It is great for adding a kick to all kinds of sauces and marinades.
· For a quick dip to complement fruit and vegetable sticks, blend sour cream or yogurt with Curry Powder, marmalade, and thyme

How to Store
Curry powder quickly loses its pungency; it should be stored, airtight, and no longer than two months.

Health Benefits
· The spices added to make curry powder enhance digestion.