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How to Make Curry - The Victorian Way

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Victorian Curry

Cultural Context

Victorian Curry reflects the fusion of Indian spices with British culinary traditions during the British Raj. This dish became popular in Victorian-era Britain as a way to enjoy the exotic flavors of India, often adapted to suit British palates. It symbolizes the cultural exchange between the two regions and has evolved into various interpretations worldwide, with modern variations often incorporating different proteins and spice levels.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 cup onions, chopped
1 lemon, juiced
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 apple, diced
2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon coriander, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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1

Blend spices including curry powder, salt, and flour.

2

Cut beef into cubes.

3

Rub the beef with a mix of flour, salt, and curry powder.

4

Fry chopped onions in a pan until golden brown; remove from heat.

5

Once the beef is browned, mix it with the fried onions in a stew pan.

6

Add enough boiling water to cover the beef and onions.

7

Let it stew for an hour and a half or more depending on the meat used.

8

Add peeled, cored apple and peeled, deseeded cucumber to the stew.

9

Add lemon juice and some coriander just before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Curry PowderBritish Curry

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