Guest guest Posted May 30, 2004 Report Share Posted May 30, 2004 >Some of the BT literature, even Typebase 3 on the website, lists curry as a particular spice, when it is always a combination of several spices, the ingredients varying greatly depending on which culture's cuisine we are talking about. Ginger and turmeric are often included, which is great for us O's, but ground black pepper is also frequently in the mix. I'm realizing that it's best to mix my own curries and grind the black pepper into a dish at the last. >Does anyone recall if this discrepancy about curry/ground black pepper has ever come up on the website? Gretchen Yes, in Heidi's column it has occured several times. I went there and entered " Rose " into the search box, then " curry " to the new search box. Quite a few items to look through. I've copied one for you. There you go. Hi Heidi, I was wondering to ask you about curry powder. The only curry I can find has an ingredient that is an avoid, namely black pepper. Is it ok for me to eat curry with black pepper, or is there some brand that does not contain black pepper? I am type O, and black pepper is an avoid for me. I live in Canada, so I am not to sure if we have what is available in the U.S. Thanks Hey there, ~~ The thing I suggest you buy is an electric coffee grinder -- they're not expensive ($10-20 here in the States, anyway). You can buy whole spices (which keep better) and grind a few up to make your own curry powder. Use cumin, turmeric, cayenne, ginger, mustard seed, fenugreek, coriander, cardamom, allspice and clove in descending order (and experiment to find the taste you prefer). In India, a curry can be as simple as whole cumin seed simmered in ghee, or as complex as 30 spices roasted and ground together. Alternately, use TYPEbase3's or Live Right's spice list as a reference, and explore the online sources of bulk curry powder. I haven't used a commercial curry in a long time, and I tend to use simple combinations of spices, onion and ghee very satisfactorily. One basic combo is 3 parts cumin, 1 part turmeric, 1 part ginger, 1 part cardamom, 1/2 part allspice, and 1/2 part cayenne. The cumin seeds may be toasted before grinding, which lends a smokier flavor. Have fun with it, and enjoy " testing " the experiments!! :-) So you can create endless variations of your own, just like I do, and enjoy! Rose in Hungary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2007 Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 HI Kim, it will be the butternut squash.. much too high in carbs. Also check the curry powder to make sure it is pure. Is it organic also ? Irradiated spices are NOT good for your body. Hope this helps in theUK On 11/7/07, kimjammin <kimjammin@...> wrote: > > Does anyone know whether curry aggravates candida? I made squash soup > and seasoned it with curry powder. Now symptoms are back and I am not > sure if it was the squash (butternut and acorn or the curry powder). > either way, I am afraid to eat more today. > > thanks, > kim > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 i think its probably the squash unles there is msg or chemicals in the curyy powder, check ingredients joe [ ] curry Does anyone know whether curry aggravates candida? I made squash soup and seasoned it with curry powder. Now symptoms are back and I am not sure if it was the squash (butternut and acorn or the curry powder). either way, I am afraid to eat more today. thanks, kim ___________________________________________________________ Want ideas for reducing your carbon footprint? Visit For Good http://uk.promotions./forgood/environment.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 > > Does anyone know whether curry aggravates candida? I made squash soup and seasoned it with curry powder. Now symptoms are back and I am not sure if it was the squash (butternut and acorn or the curry powder). either way, I am afraid to eat more today. > > thanks, kim ==>Kim, curry isn't a single spice. It is a mixture of spices that may include turmeric, coriander, cumin, cayenne or other chilies, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, fennel, fenugreek, ginger, or garlic. Most of these spices are antifungal. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 THank you to everyone who responded to my question. I appreciate your insights. No more butternut squash but the curry will continue. Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 > > Can i use any curry powder, i have been having mister davies > Bostin balti chicken curries . ingridients > onion ,chicken, water , rapeseed oil, tomato , fresh corriander , chilli powder, tumeric, salt ,garlic puree. is this ok . > any suggestions would be nice regards Curry . +++Hi Lee. Yes you can have curry powder but be sure it is not irradiated (zapped with radiation), which is done to most commercial spices. Buy all of your spices that are either labelled as not being irradiated, or they are certified organic, which means they aren't. Rapeseed oil is also called Canola oil, which you shouldn't have because of how much damage it causes. You should only consume the " good " oils and fats I recommend. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 Hi everybody, I so enjoy getting educated about GF foods. Thanks for the posts. Does anyone know, should I avoid all curry powder or just the one that contains Hing. Which curry is safe? Thanks, Angelika Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2010 Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Many curry powders are GF. Check the status of each one, just as you would with any other item. Pure hing (asfetida) does not contain gluten. Some curry powders, including those with hing, contain gluten. Some do not. You must check. Or, you can make your own curry powder by combining spices that you've checked for GF status. H. -----Original Message----- From: angelikais <akasten1@...> Sent: Wed, Mar 17, 2010 1:12 pm Subject: [ ] Curry Hi everybody, I so enjoy getting educated about GF foods. Thanks for the posts. Does anyone know, should I avoid all curry powder or just the one that contains Hing. Which curry is safe? Thanks, Angelika Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2010 Report Share Posted March 19, 2010 At least when hing (asafoetida) is sold as an individual powdered " spice " it always contains a flow agent. I would assume it would be the same in any spice mix including curry powder. That being said, I've never seen a curry powder mix containing hing, as the whole idea of curry powder is kind of weird for truly Indian cuisine (non-fusion), and hing is a very " authentic " flavor. I've not found gluten in mainstream American curry powders, but you probably do want to check with the individual companies. McCormick should be fine. - Sunnyvale www.bookofyum.com > -----Original Message----- > From: angelikais <akasten1@...> > > Sent: Wed, Mar 17, 2010 1:12 pm > Subject: [ ] Curry > > > > > Hi everybody, > I so enjoy getting educated about GF foods. Thanks for the posts. Does anyone know, should I avoid all curry powder or just the one that contains Hing. Which curry is safe? > Thanks, > Angelika > > > > > > > > = > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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