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Sunday Slow Cooker: Vegetarian Curry

YumSugar — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0800

Now that we've cleared up any confusion you may have about curry and curry powder, I wanted to share a great recipe for it that you can make in your slow cooker.

This veggie dish makes a rounded meal whether or not you're a vegetarian; meat lovers will find it's full of robust flavors. To get this easy-prep recipe,

Burning Question: Exactly What Is Curry?

YumSugar — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:00:00 -0700

Curry is a broad word used to describe a variety of dishes flavored with different spices. Although the concept of curry originated from India, curries exist throughout the world, and can be found in Japanese, Ethiopian, Thai, Caribbean, and German cuisines, among others. Virtually any spiced, sauce-based dish with vegetables and/or meat can be call a curry, but the popular variety we think of contains curry powder with high proportions of turmeric, cumin, and coriander seed.

The other familiar term, masala, is simply a spice mix; curry powder is in fact a masala. In countries like Pakistan that have numerous curry dishes, however, each has a specific name, and might include a range of spices such as fenugreek, cloves, ginger, hot pepper, and leaves from the curry tree, an herb native to India.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Curried Tuna Quiche

partysugar — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:45:28 -0700

Lately I've been really into quiche. Quiche can be filled with random odds and ends of ingredients, are quick to throw together, and make delicious leftovers. This quiche recipe caught my eye because it combines two elements I wouldn't normally pair together, curry and canned tuna, to create one delicious dish.

Cooked pasta adds an interesting texture and two types of cheese provide a gooey creaminess. To make this quiche for your family,

Fast & Easy Dinner: Thai Pork and Vegetable Curry

partysugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:15:08 -0700

Get the weekend started with this exotic, interesting meal. Thin slices of pork are cooked with coconut milk, curry, and lime juice. Green beans provide snap and red peppers add a nice crunch. Served over a bed of hot orzo, it's filling and delicious.

This dish would be wonderful for a last minute dinner party. To look at the simple recipe,

Fast & Easy Dinner: Shrimp Curry and Rice

partysugar — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 09:01:31 -0700

Seafood is typically consumed on Good Friday and I suggest you go exotic and make this simple shrimp curry. Served over rice, this is a fragrant and delicious meal. The shrimp is cooked with an onion, mustard seed, curry, and coconut mixture. A large sprinkling of cilantro and a healthy serving of carrots round out the dish. For the recipe please,

Yummy Link: Hummus With A Twist

partysugar — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:00:51 -0700

If you enjoy flavored hummus, definitely check out this recipe for pineapple curry hummus. It sounds delicious and is super simple to make. — 28 Cooks

Britain's Curry Crisis

YumSugar — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:25:15 -0800

It seems that the US is not the only country dealing with immigration issues. In England, the government uses a point-based system to determine migration by non-EU citizens. While this may be a good move for security reasons, it is actually bad for food reasons. You see, over the last several decades, many believe that curry has become England's "true national dish". However, thanks to the immigration restrictions, many of Britain's curry houses are suffering from a staff shortage. Restauranteur Ahmed Koysor said:

It's been really difficult to recruit locally. We have tried hiring eastern European staff but they have been mostly useless. No skills, no understanding of what we do. And besides, they need to speak the language of the kitchen if we are going to be good at what we do.

There are no confirmed figures, but the Bangladesh Caterers' Association states that there are 27,500 vacancies in Bangladeshi-owned restaurants and that immigration officials have said that no more Bangladeshi nationals will be allowed in. If this continues, many restaurants may be forced to close.

So what do you guys think of this? With curry being England's "national dish," do you think there should be some more wiggle room?

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Butternut Squash with Couscous

partysugar — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 09:45:31 -0800

I hate to say it, but pretty soon the peak season for butternut squash will be over. Butternut squash are best from early Fall to Winter, and although Spring means a plethora of appetizing vegetables, it's sad to see the squash go. To make the most of it while we can, serve a curried version of the veggie tonight. It's a delicious meal atop couscous, flavored with peanuts and chutney. This recipe is perfect for the vegetarian in your life, so get it now and

Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken Curry with Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

partysugar — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 06:01:33 -0800

When the weather is cold and stormy, cooking a fragrant and exotic meal is a delicious way to awaken your senses. A chicken curry, rich with lemongrass and ginger, is an excellent dish that will tantalize your tastebuds. The thick smell will warm your kitchen and the colorful sweet potatoes and carrots will brighten your plate. Coconut milk provides a lush texture and red chili flakes add a touch of heat. For the recipe,

Would You Drink This Curry Soda?

YumSugar — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 06:01:18 -0800

I found this Japanese curry flavored lemonade soda over at Tokyo Times and I want to know, would you give it a try? It sounds like it could be awful, but I can't wait to see what it tastes like!

Would You Drink This Curry Soda?

Sure thing, it could be interesting.

Maybe, if someone else said it tasted nice.

Curry and soda? No thanks!

Other - let us know below!

Fast & Easy Dinner: Basil Chicken Curry With Coconut Rice

partysugar — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:01:33 -0700

You don't have to save fun, festive, and ethnic meals for the weekend. Instead, spice up a weeknight with quick fix versions like this Asian inspired basil chicken curry. Packed with full flavors, tonight's dish is a balanced meal that's both exotic and delicious. Chicken cutlets are cooked in a tasty coconut curry sauce and then piled on a pillow of coconut basmati rice. Peanuts add a much needed salty crunch, while sliced avocado and mango make a fragrant, fresh, and fruity finish. Want the recipe? All you have to do is

Fragrant Beef Dinner From Indonesia

YumSugar — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:01:38 -0700

The first destination in this week's travel week is Indonesia. With over 300 ethnic groups, the food in Indonesia has been influenced by Chinese, Middle Eastern, Indian, Pacific Island and European cultures. With such a diverse food heritage, you can better believe that this country produces some seriously good eats. For today's dinner I thought we could all make a delicious beef curry. To check out the recipe for this wonderfully fragrant meal,

Curry Simple Lets You Make Curry In a Hurry

YumSugar — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:01:39 -0700

A few weeks ago the folks at Curry Simple sent us a care package containing several of their curry sauces. At first glance, I was a bit skeptical. Unlike most food packaging, there are no luscious shiny food photographs staring back at you; instead it's simply packaged in all white with plain writing. In fact, they actually reminded me of rations, or sample packaging. However, because I love Thai food, I decided to put my judgmental notions aside and give it a try. I'm really glad I did, because it made dinner a snap. Thai food at home in less than 30 minutes without complicated ingredients?! To find out how it is,

Yummy Link: Chana Masala

YumSugar — Mon, 07 May 2007 14:05:19 -0700

While it's now too darn hot out for me to fire up the stove and make a curry, doesn't it look delicious? Also, I love the story that goes with this delicious chana masala (chickpea curry). - Hooked on Heat

Reader Recipe: Vegetable and Red Lentil Soup

YumSugar — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 07:02:18 -0800

There's still a few days left in January, and that means there's still some time to celebrate National Soup Month! Today's soup comes from reader twinkle! Her Vegetable and Red Lentil Soup caught my eye and I have been dying to try it ever since I saw it.

To check out her recipe,