Is there anything better than tender meat and tasty veggies enveloped in fragrant spices and creamy sauce? ‘Nope’ is the right answer to that question. Winter calls for comforting dishes to warm us from the inside out. We round up our favourite curry recipes, from Cape Malay to Thai to Indian-style.
Cape Malay Curry
South Africa is truly a melting pot of cultures, and it shows in our influenced and diverse cuisine. Here are some of our favourite Cape Malay curries.
Braaied Lamb Tomato Bredie
A bredie is very similar to a stew, but with the addition of spices. This classic Cape Malay dish is perfect for serving a hungry crowd; the braai element adds extra deliciousness to this hearty dish.
Recipe for Braaied Lamb Tomato Bredie
Spicy Cape Beef Curry
As saucy as they come – this beef curry is simple to make, yet steeped with so much flavour.
Recipe for Spicy Cape Beef Curry
Fruity Lamb Curry with Yellow Rice
South Africans are notorious sweet tooths, so trust us to add fruitiness to our curry. The knuckle marrow is arguably the best part. Serve with yellow rice for the quintessential Cape Malay curry.
Recipe for Fruity Lamb Curry with Yellow Rice
Sophia’s Malay Chicken Curry
Chicken curry will always be a fave – the ginger, garlic and bay leaves make this an epic dish.
Recipe for Sophia’s Malay Chicken Curry
Tasty Thai Curry Recipes
Whether you like it red or green, Thai curry is always a winner!
Thai Green Chicken Curry
This comforting curry is made with fresh Thai green curry paste and a light base of coconut milk.
Recipe for Thai Green Chicken Curry
Thai Green Vegetable Curry with Lentils
A warming bowl brimming with Thai flavour and lentils in a fragrant coconut sauce.
Recipe for Thai Green Vegetable Curry with Lentils
Pork & Apple Meatballs in Thai Red Curry
Fragrant, spicy, sweet, savoury – this revamped Asian classic hits all the right tasting notes. Guests will slurp and savour this meaty marvel.
Recipe for Pork & Pink Lady Apple Meatballs in Thai Red Curry
Aubergine Thai Curry with Coconut Milk
This is a winning meat-free dish of baby eggplants cooked in a delish coconut sauce.
Recipe for Aubergine Thai Curry with Coconut Milk
Indian Curry Recipes
You can’t go wrong with these Indian curry recipes.
Pork Neck Vindaloo Curry
This Pork Neck Vindaloo is sure to become your new favourite curry.
Recipe for Pork Neck Vindaloo Curry
Cariema Isaacs’ Goan Beef Vindaloo
We’re forever indebted to Cariema and her father for this gem of a dish. The cardamom, chilli powder and tamarind paste make this an unforgettable curry.
Recipe for Cariema Isaacs’ Goan Beef Vindaloo
Instant Pot Coconut Chicken Curry
A gorgeously fragrant coconut chicken curry. Serve with basmati rice and sambal and enjoy!
Recipe Instant Pot Coconut Chicken Curry
Rogan Josh Tomato Soup with Flatbread
Talk about comfort in a bowl! Simple yet so delicious – you’ll want seconds.
Recipe for Rogan Josh Tomato Soup with Yoghurt Flatbread
Red Goan Fish Curry
A West Indian seafood curry full of punchy flavours, thanks to the fenugreek and red chilli.
Recipe for Red Goan Fish Curry
Lamb Shank Vindaloo
This dish is not for the faint-hearted, only those who can withstand intense heat.
Recipe for Lamb Shank Vindaloo
Rogan Josh Lamb Shanks
Slow cooked, fall-off-the-bone lamb in a creamy sauce. Serve with basmati rice or naan to really send your taste buds over the edge.
Recipe for Rogan Josh Lamb Shanks
Chicken Korma Bunny Chows
A contemporary spin on the Durban classic. Hollowed out bread stuffed with Korma curry – what more could one ask for?
Recipe for Chicken Korma Bunny Chows
Aloo Gobi With Naan
This staple dish never gets old. Enjoy it as a starter or a healthy main.
Recipe for Aloo Gobi With Naan
Tomato & Coriander Dhal
We love the ease and simplicity of this Indian split lentil dish.
Soft Shell Crab Curry
This soft shell crab curry will cost a bit to make, but it’s so worth it!
Recipe for Soft Shell Crab Curry
North Indian Lamb Curry
North Indian curries are a lot richer compared to other regional Indian curries, which is probably why we love them. This Indian lamb curry is a winner!
Recipe for North Indian Lamb Curry
Chicken Tikka Masala
What could be more enjoyable than sitting down to a bowl of chicken tikka masala?
Recipe for ChickenTikka Masala
Butter Chicken
A quintessential Indian curry recipe, butter chicken (murgh makhani) has wormed its way into the homes of kitchens around the globe, especially in South Africa.
Extra’s for your Indian Feast
Every curry needs some sides, these are some we can’t do without…
Broccoli & Chickpea Bhajis
Get your guests excited for your curried feast, starting with these moreish bhajis.
Recipe for Broccoli & Chickpea Bhajis
Simply Naan
Now that you have the perfect curry, lap it all up with this simple naan.
Curious about the different types of curry? Check out this guide to Indian curry.
