From Malaysian chicken to Caribbean crab: four global curry recipes

A Japanese fusion-fuelled garlic mushroom doria, an aromatic Malay chicken and squash curry, a rich Rajasthani papad ki sabji, and a Caribbean curry crab with roasted corn and dumplings

From Malaysian chicken to Caribbean crab: four global curry recipes

TL;DR

  • Malaysian Mamak Tamil Muslim cooks are known for their roti canai and meat curries, often featuring bone-in chicken and vegetables like butternut squash.
  • Caribbean curries were influenced by indentured laborers from the Indian subcontinent, leading to dishes like Guadeloupe's colombo and Trinidad's staple curries.
  • Japanese curry doria is a comfort food dish that resembles a rice gratin, featuring Japanese short-grain rice, curry sauce, and molten cheese.
  • Indian papad ki sabji from Rajasthan is a rich gravy dish made with turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, and cooked papads, often enhanced with yogurt for richness and cooling.
  • The article provides detailed recipes and preparation instructions for each of the four curry dishes.