curry powder

noun

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

curry powder

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of curry powder¹

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

Example Sentences

More than 20 spice products including dips, curry powders and seasonings have been recalled over fears they may contain peanuts not mentioned on the label.

From BBC

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

It’s a knockout of a dish: slick rice noodles coated yellow with aromatic curry powder, dry stir-fried with shrimp, char siu, crunchy bean sprouts and bell pepper.

From Seattle Times

I have also prepared this recipe in the past with a savory twist to it, substituting curry powder or cumin for the cinnamon and nutmeg, and adding crumbled bacon or a six-minute egg.

From Seattle Times

Think about fresh herbs, curry powder, cumin, minced garlic, za’atar, chili powder, Aleppo pepper or sumac.

From Washington Times