If you are that kind of person, you love spicy dishes or food so filled with herbs and spices; you will surely fall in love with Indian cuisine, especially the world’s most famous Indian curries, which have undoubtedly captured the taste buds of every part of the world.
For some, Indian curries might initially seem overwhelming, especially for beginners. But as you explore their characteristics and understand their unique flavors, you might fall in love with them. This guide is designed to help you do just that—explore the vibrant and diverse flavors of Indian curries, inspired by the delicious offerings from Royalee Curries Redcliffe’s menu.
Let’s embark on this flavorful journey together.
What is Curry?
The word “curry” came from “Tamil Kari” which means sauce in the West. Curry is usually a sauce or gravy rich with ground spices herbs, and veggies. This is believed to have originated in India but has now spread all over the world. Most commonly, curry contains cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, garlic, onions, chili peppers, and tomatoes.
Royale Redcliffe is a known Indian Restaurant in Redcliffe, Australia serving fresh spices and herbs in their every dish. They are also famous because of their varieties of Indian Curries depending on the level of spice you can tolerate.
If you are a beginner and would like to try their Indian Curry, here are the MUST-TRY in their resto.
Light Spicy Curries
Royale Redcliffe is mindful of the non-spicey food lovers but still, they want them to try and taste the unique flavor of Indian Curry. The following can be tried for beginners:
- Korma- Served as a mild curry, this is done with lamb, beef, or chicken. A mixture of aromatic spices and yogurt, it has a rich, exotic taste that is appropriate for those whose love for flavor requires it, but in moderation.
- Kaju- mild curry made with lamb, beef, or chicken; it is enriched by the nutty flavor of cashews combined with ginger, garlic, and a blend of spices, all brought together by an accomplished amount of creamy sauce that develops this to a velvety dish.
- Mango Chicken- a mild curry made of tender and boneless chicken pieces, simmered in a creamy sauce with sweet slices of mango and delicate spices. This justly contrasts between sweet and savoriness, an absolute oddity from the conventional curries.
- Massaman Beef- this is an all-time classic light spicy curry. The marinated beef is combined with potatoes in a creamy coconut sauce.
- Fish Coconut- if you don’t like meat, you can try the flavorsome fish fillets combined with mushroom and tomatoes fragrant with herbs and coconut sauce.
These are just a few of the light spicy curries in Royale Redcliffe, you can visit the menu for more options.
Medium Spicy Curries
If you are new in the Indian Curry cuisine but quite a lover of spicy food, maybe medium spicy curries are fit for you. Here are a few you can choose from:
- Punjabi Chicken Curry- a traditional dish in North India. This is chicken curry, slow-cooked in a thick onion and tomato sauce.
- Lamb Morocco- a delicious medium spicy curry combined with juicy lamb pieces sautéed with chickpeas and sesame seeds in a creamy thick coconut sauce.
- Chicken Tikka Masala- a medium spicy curry of tender chicken pieces with onion and capsicum simmered in creamy tomato sauce.
- Prawn Malabar- this is a traditional Indian curry cuisine. Spices, cream, onion, capsicum and prawns combined.
But if you still find these dishes lacking in spiciness, read along with the High/Extreme kind of Curries.
Extreme Spicy Curries
- Vindaloo- the famous Indian curry cuisine can be with lamb, beef, chicken, and prawn, depending on your “today’s craving”. This is the perfect curry for those who like it hot and tangy.
- Madras- in beef, lamb, or chicken as well. A seasonal type of curry still combined with rich spices, coconut, tomato, and chillin in an aromatic sauce.
- Goat Vindaloo- another exotic dish is this tender goat piece in a spicy blend of unique spices.
There are a lot to choose from but if you are a beginner trying out the flavors of Indian Curry cuisine, you can start with the light spicy curry.
But do not forget to try Royale Redcliff’s favorite menu.
Butter Chicken is everybody’s favorite curry and is widely loved because of the richness and creaminess of its sauce, partnered with tender chicken pieces. What makes it special is adding almonds and cashews in the sauce because of the nice textural element it adds due to its taste.
Tip for Beginners when Ordering Indian Curries
It is important to consider your spice tolerance and the flavors you enjoy. So if you are new, start with the light or medium like Korma, or Butter chicken and gradually work your way up to Vindaloo or Madras. Feel free to ask the servers for recommendations.
Also, pair it with sides. Either rice, naan, or raita. Basmati rice is a classic partner for Indian Curries. Naan bread is a good option also, ideal for scooping up curry. For those who prefer something that can cool down the spices, raita, made from yogurt and cucumber is an excellent choice.
Conclusion
Try something new. Indian Curries are a choice for many food enthusiasts because of their flavors, spices, and textures. By knowing this basic in the Indian cuisines, you’ll get to see a glimpse of the diverse world of the Indian people.
Next time if you feel like trying something new, hop on to Royale Redcliff Restaurant and try their Indian curry menu. You might be able to discover a new favorite.
