As Diwali approaches your kitchen will be filled with the aroma and sounds of festive cooking. This year why not add a special touch to your celebrations by making fresh Indian curry pastes? With Usha’s Mixer Grinder, you can make flavourful pastes that will elevate every dish whether it is a creamy paneer curry or a fish masala. Freshly ground curry pastes taste better and you can control the ingredients making them healthier and more to your liking.
Making curry paste at home is not just about tradition it is also about connecting with the roots of Indian cuisine. With Usha’s Mixer Grinder, you can blend even the toughest ingredients into a fine consistency so the authentic flavours come through in every bite.
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This Diwali let the essence of freshly ground pastes fill your home and turn everyday ingredients into extraordinary dishes that will leave your guests impressed and wanting more.
Curry Paste To Make For Diwali
Ginger-Garlic Paste
Ginger-garlic paste is a constant ingredient in Indian cooking, for its pungency and zest flavour. With Usha’s Mixer Grinder, you can grind fresh ginger and garlic cloves into a smooth paste, better than the store-bought ones. This paste adds depth to curries, marinades and even chutneys, so it is a must-have for any Diwali feast.
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Green Chilli Paste
Green chilli paste adds heat and flavour to many Indian dishes, from spicy curries to tangy chutneys. Grind fresh green chillies with a pinch of salt and water using Usha’s Mixer Grinder. The machine will give you a consistent smooth paste that will boost the spice levels in dishes like green chilli chicken or spicy potato curry.
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Tomato-Onion Masala Paste
A base for many North Indian curries, the tomato-onion masala paste is made by blending tomatoes, onions, garlic and spices. Usha’s Mixer Grinder will give you the perfect consistency so that the paste cooks evenly and infuses your dishes with a rich, savoury flavour. You can use it for classic dishes like paneer butter masala or chicken curry.
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Coconut-Coriander Paste
Originally used in South Indian cuisine, the coconut-coriander paste is a great addition to any curry. Blend grated fresh coconut, coriander leaves, green chillies and a bit of water in Usha’s Mixer Grinder. This paste works wonders in coconut-based curries like Kerala-style fish curry or vegetable stew.
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Tamarind-Dates Paste
This tangy-sweet paste is used in chutneys and some regional curries. With Usha’s Mixer Grinder, you can blend soaked tamarind and pitted dates into a smooth paste. The result is a paste that is perfect for tamarind rice or to add a hint of sweetness to spicy gravies.
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Cashew-Cream Paste
For a luxury touch, blend soaked cashews with a little milk or cream in the mixer grinder for a rich, smooth paste. Use it to thicken gravies like korma or to add a creamy texture to festive dishes like Shahi paneer, so they are extra special for Diwali.
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Mint-Cilantro Chutney Paste
A chutney paste made from mint, cilantro, green chillies and a squeeze of lemon juice, this is a festive favourite. Blend in Usha’s Mixer Grinder to get a smooth paste that is perfect for dipping samosas, pakoras or drizzling over chaats. It adds a burst of freshness and spice to any Diwali meal.