SBS Food Guide to Curry

13th September 2011 | 10:30 AET

Once synonymous with India and its neighbour Sri Lanka, curries actually form an important part of Japanese, Indonesian, Caribbean and, of course, Thai cuisines.

And making one at home, actually pounding the spices to create an aromatic paste and the base of your meal, will only heighten one's appreciation of this universally loved technique.

In this guide, you'll find a modern recipe using a classic Australian curry powder, learn how different cultures appreciate curry, discover the ins and outs of Thai curry pastes, and chef Jackie Shonquist reveals her recipe for roti canai.

 

History

Keen's legacy

Once upon a time in Australia, curry meant only one thing: Keen's.
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Trend

Curries of the world

Take a tour of some of the world’s best and least known curries.
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At home

Colours of curry

Here's why you ought to be making Thai curry pastes from scratch.
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How to

Roti canai

This Malaysian-style flaky puffed bread is the perfect accompaniment to curry.
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Curry recipes

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