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Curry leaf tree is a small deciduous tree. Most Indian cuisine
cannot do without the subtle flavouring of this
highly aromatic leafy spice. Curry leaf grows
profusely throughout mainland. It is commonly
found in forests as a gregarious undergrowth along
the foot of the Himalayas, from the Ravi to Sikkim
and Assam, besides Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra,
Kerala, Karnataka, Orissa and Andhra Pradesh.
The trees are also now maintained in homestead
gardens, as in Kerala, or on leaf farms as in
Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Orissa.
The western world is fast taking enthusiastically
to Indian curry leaf, especially those who prefer
their food to be tangy without being too hot.
| Botanical name |
Family name |
Commercial part |
| Murraya koenigii (L.) Sprengel |
Rutaceae |
Leaf |
Curry Powder
Curry powder is the exquisite blend of many spices.
It is widely used in the Indian cuisine as well
as in dishes of Southeast Asia. It can be used
as a condiment in dips, marinades and salads.
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