Curry is the Tamil word for "sauce" and there are countless variations. In India, cooks expertly sprinkle and combine spices from a palatte called a masala dabba to create a curry to enhance any meal.

The regional selections offered here represent a range of flavors from across the subcontinent and beyond, and complement everything from the richest stew and heartiest roast to the lightest fish and vegetable dishes.

Want more? Check out 660 Curries and you'll never be short of ideas!