EU organic certified.
Four of our spices carry the EU organic seal - audited annually by Ecocert Deutschland GmbH (DE-ÖKO-005), from cultivation to packing at origin in Jaffna.
SINGLE-ORIGIN · DIRECT FROM SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka Curry Powder (Jaffna Curry)
7,95 €
- 100% Sri Lankan Taste
- No industrial mixture
- Rich, deep flavor
- Free from GMOs, aflatoxins & allergens
- Fairly sourced and aroma-proof packaged
- In stock · ships within 24 hrs on business days
- Free shipping from 30 € within Germany
- 14-day right of return
- No added flavourings · no anti-caking agents
Fast delivery · DPD or DHL
Description
Sri Lanka Curry Powder from Sri Lanka - authentic roasted curry powder blend made to the original family recipe of our partner families. Unlike the mild, sweetish Indian curry powder blends, Sri Lanka curry is blended from traditionally roasted ingredients - which gives the powder its characteristic dark brown colour and its nutty, smoky, multi-layered aroma. THE base ingredient in every Sri Lankan kitchen - for chicken curry, fish curry, lentil dhal and vegetable curries. Single-origin ingredients straight from Sri Lanka, all roasted and blended in a single family-run manufactory, not industrially in centralised large mills.
Aroma profile & taste
Deep, dark and smoky with nutty undertones, warm spicy complexity and a robust heat. Sri Lanka curry powder is not a single spice but a carefully balanced blend of roasted chilli, coriander, fennel, black pepper, cumin, turmeric, curry leaves, fenugreek and mustard seeds. Roasting before grinding, as tradition demands, unlocks the nutty depth that raw curry powder completely lacks.
Origin
Our Sri Lanka curry powder is blended according to an original family recipe in the manufactory of our partner families - from carefully selected, roasted individual ingredients from the traditional growing regions of Sri Lanka. The individual spices are first roasted separately in flat pans (an elaborate technique that brings out the aroma to the full), then blended in the recipe proportions perfected over generations and mechanically ground into a fine powder. The sealed finished products are delivered to Darmstadt.
Use
Sri Lanka curry powder is THE base ingredient in Sri Lankan cooking - here are the most important uses:
- Chicken curry (Kukul Mas): 2-3 tbsp per pot for 4 people with coconut milk, garlic, ginger and curry leaves
- Fish curry (Malu Mirisata): 2 tbsp per pot with tomatoes, tamarind and fresh fish
- Lentil dhal (Parippu): 1-2 tbsp for red lentils with coconut milk and turmeric
- Vegetable curry (Sotti): 1 tbsp per pot for aubergine, pumpkin, sweet potato or spinach
- Roasted Curry Powder Mix: as a base for your own curry powder blends or sprinkled over rice dishes
Dosage: for 4 portions: 2-3 tbsp depending on the intensity you want. Sri Lankan curry powder is noticeably more intense than the mild, sweetish Indian curry blends from supermarkets - better to start with 2 tbsp and season further.
Tip from traditional Sri Lankan cooking: always briefly sweat the curry powder in hot coconut oil with curry leaves and mustard seeds before adding the other ingredients - this brings out the nutty, smoky complexity at its best.
Quality
- Original family recipe - from the workshop of our partner families in Sri Lanka
- Traditionally pan-roasted individual ingredients before blending - that is THE Sri Lankan secret
- Single-origin ingredients from Sri Lanka - no anonymous wholesale
- Straight from our smallholder families - no middlemen
- hot - versatile for chicken, fish, lentils and vegetables
Ingredients & nutrition
Ingredients: 40 % roasted red chilli, 40 % coriander seeds, 5 % fennel seeds, 4 % black pepper, 3 % cumin, 3 % red wholegrain rice, 1.5 % lentils, 1 % turmeric, 1 % curry leaves, 0.5 % fenugreek, 0.5 % mung beans, 0.5 % mustard seeds.
Processing: All ingredients roasted and ground.
Allergen: Contains MUSTARD.
Origin: Sri Lanka.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
- Energy: 607 kJ / 145 kcal
- Fat: 3.8 g
- of which saturates: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrate: 26.8 g
- of which sugars: < 0.5 g
- Fibre: 58.6 g
- Protein: 0.9 g
- Salt: 0.18 g
Recipes
Sri Lanka Chicken Curry (Kukul Mas Curry)
Serves 4, preparation time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 600 g chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp Sri Lanka Curry Powder from Sri Lanka
- 1 large onion, 4 garlic cloves, 1 cm ginger (finely chopped)
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 10 curry leaves, 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tomato, diced, 1 tsp tamarind paste
- Salt, fresh coriander to garnish
Method
- Heat the coconut oil in a pan, sweat the mustard seeds, curry leaves and onion
- Add the garlic and ginger, fry briefly
- Stir in the Sri Lanka Curry Powder, toast for 30 seconds
- Add the chicken, brown it, add the tomato and tamarind paste
- Add the coconut milk, simmer for 25 minutes, season with salt
- Serve with rice and fresh coriander
Note: Sri Lanka Curry Powder is briefly toasted FIRST - this is THE step that gives the curry its typical depth.
Responsibility & production
Responsible food business operator:
MrCOLOMBO
Owner: Janathan Rajakumar
Rheinstr. 32
64283 Darmstadt
From the field into your kitchen
Straight from our fields in Sri Lanka
OUR PROMISE
Quality without compromise.
Four quality standards we consistently uphold. So you know what ends up in your kitchen.
FSSC 22000-certified packing.
Our packing partner facility in Sri Lanka is FSSC 22000-certified - an internationally recognised standard for food safety across all processing in the country of origin.
Direct from our smallholder families.
No middlemen. We buy directly from our smallholder families in Jaffna and the central region of Sri Lanka - through local partner cooperatives on site.
Single origin.
Every spice from one defined region of Sri Lanka - 100 % single-variety, never blended with other origins.
Where our spice really grows.
Our spices come directly from smallholder partner families in Sri Lanka. The plants grow under the tropical sun in mineral-rich soils - cultivated the traditional way, harvested by hand and dried single-variety.
We know our partners personally. What arrives with us has a story - from cultivation in Sri Lanka to the shelf in Darmstadt.
Sri Lankan highlands
Traditional cultivation
Direct from Sri Lanka
How to use this blend.
For chicken, fish, lentils or vegetables: the roasted family recipe brings robust heat and nutty, smoky depth to Sri Lankan curries.
Chicken curry
Cook with coconut milk, garlic, ginger and curry leaves into a hearty Kukul Mas Curry.
Fish curry
Combine with tomatoes, tamarind and fresh fish into a spicy Malu Mirisata.
Lentil dal
Use for red lentils with coconut milk and turmeric, and season to your preferred intensity.
Vegetable curry
Goes well with aubergine, pumpkin, sweet potato or spinach and adds nutty, smoky depth.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about Sri Lanka Curry Powder (Jaffna Curry)
Everything worth knowing about the authentic Sri Lanka curry powder blend.
Our Sri Lankan curry powder is not a generic mix, but a distinctive blend with clear origin and much more depth.
The base of chili, coriander, fennel, black pepper, cumin, and turmeric is rounded off with curry leaves, mustard seeds, lentils, and red whole grain rice. The result is a rich, warm, and full bodied curry with far more character than typical flat blends.
The base of chili, coriander, fennel, black pepper, cumin, and turmeric is rounded off with curry leaves, mustard seeds, lentils, and red whole grain rice. The result is a rich, warm, and full bodied curry with far more character than typical flat blends.
It delivers a warm, aromatic, and well balanced flavor with strong depth.
The blend adds structure, subtle roasted notes, and a rounded, slightly nutty character without becoming one dimensional. It enhances entire dishes rather than just seasoning them.
The blend adds structure, subtle roasted notes, and a rounded, slightly nutty character without becoming one dimensional. It enhances entire dishes rather than just seasoning them.
It works perfectly in curries, dal, rice dishes, marinades, and vegetable recipes.
It is also ideal as a base for your own spice blends or for dishes that need more depth and warmth. If you want a curry that truly carries a dish, this is the one.
It is also ideal as a base for your own spice blends or for dishes that need more depth and warmth. If you want a curry that truly carries a dish, this is the one.
It is bold and full of character, but not aggressively spicy.
The combination of chili, pepper, and roasted spices creates warmth and intensity while staying balanced. This allows you to cook with depth and aroma without the dish becoming overly hot.
The combination of chili, pepper, and roasted spices creates warmth and intensity while staying balanced. This allows you to cook with depth and aroma without the dish becoming overly hot.
Start with a small amount and adjust to your preferred intensity.
The blend is aromatically dense, so even small quantities add noticeable warmth, spice, and depth. Especially in curries, rice dishes, or marinades, it is best to season gradually for full control.
The blend is aromatically dense, so even small quantities add noticeable warmth, spice, and depth. Especially in curries, rice dishes, or marinades, it is best to season gradually for full control.
Yes - mustard seeds are part of the traditional blend. The powder is therefore not suitable for people with a mustard allergy. Gluten-free, lactose-free, no preservatives, no flavour enhancers.
The best-before date (BBD) is always printed on the label on the back of the packaging - that is where you will find the binding date for your batch. For the full flavour, it is best to store Sri Lanka curry powder in a cool, dry place away from light in the resealable original packaging.
The best-before date is always printed on the label on the back of the pack - that is where the binding value for your batch is stated. For full aroma, store the spices cool, dry and protected from light in the original packaging.
Shipped on business days within 24 h from our warehouse in Darmstadt by DPD or DHL - depending on capacity. Delivery time Germany: 2-4 business days.
We buy directly from the smallholder families of Sri Lanka, organised through local partner cooperatives. Packing takes place in the country of origin, Sri Lanka, not in Europe. Packing at origin keeps the value where the spices grow and makes for a shorter, transparent chain. At MrCOLOMBO there is no anonymous supply chain.
Four of our classics (organic turmeric powder, organic moringa powder, organic lemongrass powder and organic lemongrass cut) are certified under EU Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848 (DE-ÖKO-005, Ecocert Deutschland GmbH). Not every variety is organic certified; the labelling and details on the respective product page are authoritative.
14-day right of withdrawal, no ifs or buts (German Civil Code, BGB §355). Unopened packaging receives a full refund. In the event of quality defects we send a free replacement or refund the purchase price.
