Madras Curry, the spice that changes everything!
A simple dish can become a culinary journey with a pinch of Madras curry powder... provided you know how to use it well!
The best ways to use Madras Curry
👉 Timeless classics
✔️ Chicken (white meat), lamb and prawns – Marinades, casseroles, cuisson au four
✔️ Vegetables & Pulses – Perfect with lentils, chickpeas, roast potatoes
✔️ Soups and broths – A must for pumpkin, carrot or coconut milk soups
👉 Culinary surprises
✨ In a lemon vinaigrette – Exotic twist guaranteed
✨ In a homemade mayonnaise – Ideal for dipping sweet potato fries
✨ In a yoghurt and shallot sauce – Perfect for accompanying barbecues and wraps
👉 And why not in a sweet version?
🍍 Mango Madras curry Sublime coulis on a panna cotta
🍞 Curried aperitif brioches – A fragrant touch for your aperitifs with a hint of red chilli
🦐 Langoustines with Madras curry sauce – An irresistible land-sea alliance
💡 Tip: To release all its aromas, lightly fry the Madras curry in a little oil before adding your ingredients!
Get the dosage right: Don't fall into the trap of too much or too little!
✅ One pinch for a light scent
✅ 1 Teaspoon for a balanced taste
✅ 1 tablespoon for a flavour explosion
Winning combinations: what to pair them with?
✔️ With coconut milk For a creamy texture and a smooth mouthfeel
✔️ With lime – For a tangy touch that awakens the taste buds
✔️ With garlic and ginger – For enhanced intensity
✔️ With yoghurt – Ideal for tenderising meats and fish
Quick Recipe: Madras Chicken Curry in 15 mins!
A classic, simple and effective, that everyone can try.
🔸 Ingredients :
• 2 chicken fillets
• 1 onion, sliced
• 200 ml coconut milk
• 1 tbsp Madras curry
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt, pepper
🔹 Preparation :
1️⃣ Sauté the onion in oil with the Madras curry.
2️⃣ Add the chopped chicken and brown it.
3️⃣ Add the coconut milk and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Serve with basmati rice.
And there you have it! A tasty, ultra-quick, and foolproof dish!
Conservation and practical tips
Keep in an airtight container, away from light and moisture.
🔥 Tip Lightly toast the curry before use to enhance its aroma.
Where can I buy quality Madras curry?
Curry Madras - Pot 50g
The famous Indian spice blend, essential for your cooking to add exotic flavours to your rice, meats or vegetables…
“Selected with care, our Madras curry is an indispensable ally for fragrant and authentic cooking.
Coming soon on the Madras Epices blog:
💡 The origins of Madras Curry: a journey to India
💡 Curry vs Madras Curry: what are the differences?
💡 Salmon and Spinach Curry: A must-try dish!