Curry Leaves

curry leaves Fresh or dried curry leaves are used in many Indian dishes, usually to flavor the cooking oil in which other ingredients will be fried, most often near the start of cooking. Curry leaves are of South Indian origin. In Hindi they are called kari patta. Dried curry leaves are always available in Indian grocery stores and specialty shops; these days, often the fresh leaves, dark green and glossy, are also available. Use them whenever possible. Stored in a dry place, the dry leaves keep well; use the fresh leaves within a few days of purchase.