Sri Lankan curry powder which is locally known as “Thuna Paha” is a vibrantly rich spice blend that is used in curry dishes in many households. There is no fixed recipe when it comes to Thuna Paha while the main ingredients range from three to five spices (which means Thuna Paha literally) including cumin seeds, fennel seeds and coriander seeds. You can choose from the roasted and unroasted versions of these spice blends depending on your preference.
Unroasted Curry Powder: the blend of spices which is unroasted and devoid of any heat allows the spices to retain their natural freshness and essential oils. In turn it displays a bright coloured mixture, emanating a fragrant flavour with a perfect balance of earthiness and subtle heat. Unroasted curry powder is mainly used as a delicate seasoning agent.
Roasted Curry Powder: A traditional spice blend in Sri Lankan cuisine which enhances every dish with rich aromatic flavours. Unlike the Unroasted curry powder which is considered the regular, this particular blend is made by dry roasting the same individual spices which intensifies the flavours and releases essential oils. This further creates a smoky and earthy taste. All spices are carefully selected to offer you the perfect balance of flavours and the appropriate depth to make your curry mouthwatering.
Ingredients: All ingredients are purely organic - Coriander Seeds (Coriandrum sativum), Cumin Seeds (Cuminum cyminum), Fennel Seeds (Foeniculum vulgare), Fenugreek Seeds (Trigonella foenum-graecum), Mustard Seeds (Brassica nigra), Peppercorns (Piper nigrum) and dried red chilies (Capsicum annum)
