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Invented for the British during the 19th century, and originally hailing from the city of Madras (now Chennai) – the capital of the Tamil Nadu region of South India – Madras curry powder is a subtle blend of aromatic spices, with a mild chilli kick.
It should definitely not be confused with the fiery madras curries so beloved of after-pub revellers in Britain… not least because Madras curry does not actually exist in authentic Indian cuisine!
While Indian dishes have a finely-balanced blend of spices and herbs, chosen not only for their taste but also for their Ayurvedic and healing properties, British madras curries are about as subtle as a sledgehammer to the head!
Of course, if you want to be macho about it, you could always use a few more Kashmiri chillies but don’t be tempted to use Thai, or any other hot chillies because you’ll throw the balance of the masala off, thus rendering it rather pointless.
In fact, y’know what? Just don’t! Just enjoy this madras curry powder for what it is – a beautiful blend of tastes which sit in harmony with each other, with none overpowering another.
Doesn’t that sound good?
Enjoy!
