curry powder
noun
: a seasoning consisting of several pungent ground spices (such as cayenne pepper, fenugreek, and turmeric)
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The slight sweetness of the gravy-less curry is tempered with wallops of miso while curry powder seasons the ground beef more than adequately.
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Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 June 2026
Our recipe actually makes two different kinds of tortilla spirals—one flavored with curry powder, the other with garlic and herbs.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Our take on classic chicken salad features curry powder and fresh cilantro for a spicy, bold flavor.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Add the curry powder, cumin and coriander, stirring to coat the vegetables and lightly toast the spices for about 15 seconds.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026
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Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 June 2026
Our recipe actually makes two different kinds of tortilla spirals—one flavored with curry powder, the other with garlic and herbs.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 May 2026
Our take on classic chicken salad features curry powder and fresh cilantro for a spicy, bold flavor.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Add the curry powder, cumin and coriander, stirring to coat the vegetables and lightly toast the spices for about 15 seconds.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026
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“Curry powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curry%20powder. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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