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The History of Curry
You probably know that curry comes from India and that there are many different curry dishes. But what were its origins? And how did it end up in the UK? In this blog we’ll be answering those questions.
The History of Curry in India
The story of curry goes all the way back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. This culture in the Northwest of Asia dates back to the time between 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE. Archaeologists have found evidence that they used a mortar and a pestle to blend spices such as cumin, fennel and tamarind pods and mixed them with their food. Another spice that is related to the Indian subcontinent and South Asia is black pepper, which was first introduced all the way back in 2000 BCE.
The Mughal Empire, which dates from the early 15th century, also had a major influence on certain types of curry, largely in the North. Portugal’s establishment of a trading centre in Goa in 1510 also influenced some curry dishes and was followed by the introduction of chilli peppers from America to the Indian subcontinent.
Where Does the Name Curry Come From?
curryculture.co.uk
You probably know that curry comes from India and that there are many different curry dishes. But what were its origins? And how did it end up in the UK? In this blog we’ll be answering those questions.
The History of Curry in India
The story of curry goes all the way back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. This culture in the Northwest of Asia dates back to the time between 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE. Archaeologists have found evidence that they used a mortar and a pestle to blend spices such as cumin, fennel and tamarind pods and mixed them with their food. Another spice that is related to the Indian subcontinent and South Asia is black pepper, which was first introduced all the way back in 2000 BCE.
The Mughal Empire, which dates from the early 15th century, also had a major influence on certain types of curry, largely in the North. Portugal’s establishment of a trading centre in Goa in 1510 also influenced some curry dishes and was followed by the introduction of chilli peppers from America to the Indian subcontinent.
Where Does the Name Curry Come From?
The History of Curry | You probably know where curry comes from.
But what were its origins? And how did it end up in the UK? In this blog we’ll be answering those questions | To begin with the history of curry in India | Curry Culture
curryculture.co.uk
