The term "curry" is a label for many different stews. As I understand it, curries are based on masalas.
A masala is a blended powder of spices. Evidence of masalas goes back about 5,000 years in, I think, Pakistan. There are many well-known masalas.
Tikka masala is a North Indian blend of coriander, cumin, green cardamom, black pepper corn, kashmiri chillies, amchur powder, cinnamon and turmeric.
Curry powder, invented in the United Kingdom, includes fenugreek and cloves.
Garam masala is used throughout India. It includes black cardamom and bay leaves.
And so on. I am trying to learn.
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