curry powder

American  

noun

1. a powdered preparation of spices and other ingredients, usually including turmeric and coriander, used for making curry or for seasoning food.

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curry powder British  

noun

1. a mixture of finely ground pungent spices, such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, etc, used in making curries

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Etymology

Origin of curry powder

First recorded in 1800–10; curry ¹ + powder ¹

Example Sentences

In addition to incorporating soy sauce and MSG, the cookies call for Asian curry powder, which is subtle in flavor once the cookies come out of the oven but develops more the following day.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

In 2014, Ipsita Mazumdar, a biochemistry expert, tested popular spice brands in Kolkata which made chilli, cumin, curry powder, and garam masala.

From BBC • May 14, 2024

Take her One-Pan Peanut and Cauliflower Stew, which combines peanut butter, ginger, coconut milk, garlic, rice and curry powder with simmering cauliflower florets.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 22, 2024

Punched up with aromatic flavorings such as ginger, fresh chilies and curry powder, obe ata most often is thinned with broth for what’s simply called red stew.

From Washington Times • Oct. 16, 2023

He stuffs tiny bags with nutmeg, curry powder, and paprika, then seals them with hot wax.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario