The secret to a good curry recipe lies in balancing flavours and using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Key ingredients include a well-balanced blend of spices, aromatic herbs, a flavourful base (such as onions, garlic, and ginger), and a creamy or tangy element (such as coconut milk or yoghurt). Additionally, allowing the curry to simmer and develop a depth of flavour over time can enhance its taste.
What are the basics of a good curry?
The basics of a good curry include:
- A flavoursome base of onions, garlic, and ginger.
- A balanced blend of spices, such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chilli powder.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or curry leaves for added aroma and flavour.
- Protein options include chicken, beef, lamb, seafood, or tofu.
- A creamy or tangy element like coconut milk, yoghurt, or tomatoes creates richness and depth.
- A touch of sweetness, acidity, or salt to balance the flavours.
- Allowing the curry to simmer and meld flavours over low heat for optimal taste.
20 best curry recipes
Slow-cooked massaman beef
Simply saute and stir on the stovetop – using curry paste as a tasty shortcut – then pop the lot in the oven and walk away until it’s ready.
Chicken curry with beans and cashews
Love a good chicken curry? This recipe will quickly become your new best friend. Not only is it quick and easy to make, it will take your tastebuds on a flavour-packed trip to India.
Vegetable and lentil curry
This veggie curry can be prepared in 20 minutes and cooked in 15 minutes, making it great for when you’re in a hurry.
Malaysian fish curry (kari ikan)
Ed will teach you how to create a delicious and spicy curry from scratch. It’s easier than you think.
Easy pork and pineapple curry
Tasty food that’s really good for you is the best menu plan ever.
Curried cauliflower and chickpea soup
Like a warm hug in a bowl, the spiced roasted chickpeas and cauliflower florets are used in the recipe and as toppers for added texture to savour.
Easy curry beef stew
Believe it or not, canned condensed tomato soup is the secret ingredient of the fabulously rich flavour in this stew.
Peanut butter chicken curry
A delicious family dinner that everyone will love.
One-pot chicken and mango curry with mango-mint salsa
Sweet, spicy, creamy and aromatic, it’s a real winner of a chicken dinner!
Japanese-style curry with beef and daikon
Tweaks to the traditional make your meals more amazing – like the dark choc in this roux. Wow!
Chicken, coconut and lime leaf curry
The secret to amazing curry? Make your own paste – it’s easy!
Lazy butter chicken
Just as incredible as the classic from your favourite Indian takeaway.
Red chicken curry with rice
This class Thai dish is the ultimate healthy comfort food.
Chicken korma
Just six ingredients in the slow cooker.
Massaman chicken curry with sweet potato
Make sure you bags the leftovers!
Green chicken curry with potatoes and green beans
Three steps: slice, simmer, serve.
Beef rendang
The so-called ‘king of curries’, is packed with an irresistible flavour combo.
Spicy Malaysian chicken curry
Chicken tikka
Add punchy flavour to your midweek dinner with ease! The garlic rice is super simple, quick to whip up, and gives the dish an extra-tasty kick.
Penang curry mee
Have this ready in 20 minutes.
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