Blend

Curry powder is a readily-available blend of spices which is a Western approximation of Indian spice blends, and typically contains turmeric, coriander, chilies, cumin, mustard, ginger, fenugreek, garlic, cloves, salt, and any number of other spices.

It has a golden color with a balanced spicy flavor.

Ancient healers often used the spices in curry powder, particularly turmeric to heal inflammatory ailments and today, modern medicine, is just seeing the benefits of spices in treating arthritis. In addition there are some promising studies coming out on how curry spices can help prevent Alzheimer’s, memory loss and even cancer.

Add sweet curry to cookies for an exotic flair.

Curry pairs well with eggs, chicken, rice, and seafood.

Mix curry powder into the dish at the beginning of the cooking process to allow the mixture to incorporate into the dish.