Curry Revision as of Tuesday, 13 January 2026 at 18:47 UTC

For a base curry from which others may be derived.

Ingredients

• 4 large tomatoes
• 4 medium-large onions
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 1 tbsp turmeric
• 3/4 tbsp salt
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp cloves
• 1/2 tsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp cardamom
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Preparation

• Heat oil on medium-high, add spices, cook for 45 seconds
• Add ginger and garlic, cook for 2 minutes
• Add onions, cook until super soft and browning
• Add tomatoes, cook until oil separates
• Add salt and water, mix
• Cook at medium heat, mostly covered, for 35 mins
• Remove lid, cook for 8-10 mins
• Use blender to turn into a paste
• Share and enjoy