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Curry is not one dish or one cuisine. What the dinners here share is a method: whole or ground spices bloomed in fat to build a base, then liquid, then a long enough simmer for the sauce to come together. The word covers Goan vindaloo, Japanese kare, Thai coconut curries and a dozen regional Indian traditions that have little in common besides that opening move.
21 plans in the Sunday Gallery.
What curry plans look like
Most common mains
- chicken5
- shellfish5
- fish3
- egg2
- lamb2
How they're cooked
- Curry21
Cuisines
- Indian10
- Thai4
- Goan2
- Japanese2
- South Indian2
Diets they fit
- Nut-free17
- Pescatarian8
- Dairy-free7
- Gluten-free7
- No pork, no alcohol5
The plans
- Thai · chickenNorthern Thai Khao Soi Supper
A soulful Khao Soi—rich coconut-curry broth, tender braised chicken thighs and springy egg noodles—served with bright cucumber relish, quick stir-fried greens, crunchy shallots and fresh mango for dessert. The menu balances comforting coconut curry with bright, pickled and toasted textures for a meal that’s lively, family-friendly and straightforward to execute for eight.
- Indian · lambAutumn Kashmiri Lamb Supper
A fragrant Kashmiri-style lamb Rogan Josh anchors the meal with glossy, mildly spiced sauce and tender meat; cumin-scented basmati and a dry Aloo Gobi give texture and savory ballast, fresh kachumber and cooling cucumber raita provide bright contrasts, hot whole‑wheat rotis are cooked to order, and mango lassi plus an off-dry Riesling finish the table.
- Thai · shellfishChao Phraya Family Supper
A bright, family-scaled Thai dinner built around a fragrant green curry with tender shrimp, steamed jasmine rice and a finishing green papaya salad. The menu balances creamy coconut, fresh herbs and lime, finishing with a crisp, dressed salad made at the last minute so textures and flavors arrive at the table at their best.
- Indian · vegetarianKerala Sunday Supper
A warm, family-friendly Indian supper centered on a saffron-tinged Paneer Makhani—creamy, gently spiced, and child-friendly—served with cumin-scented basmati rice, gently tempered toor dal, cooling cucumber raita, warmed store-bought naan, mango lassi for the kids and a chilled off-dry Riesling for adults.
- Indian · chickenMumbai Weeknight Curry
A compact Indian supper built around a gently spiced stove-top chicken curry, fragrant cumin basmati rice and an easy cucumber raita (optional). The menu balances bold aromatics with a mild shared base, finishes quickly and yields friendly leftovers.
- South Indian · eggKerala Egg Curry Supper
A focused South Indian supper centered on a silky, coconut‑spiced egg curry from Kerala, accompanied by steaming basmati rice and a crisp, coconut‑studded cabbage thoran — everyday technique tuned for family cooking and reliable leftovers. The meal showcases curry-leaf, mustard-seed tempering and coconut in two textures for an authentic, low-fuss Friday evening.
- Caribbean · shellfishTrinidadian Shrimp Curry Supper
A bright, home-friendly Trinidadian shrimp curry served with fragrant coconut rice and sweet fried plantains — bold curry powder, creamy coconut, and a touch of lime make the meal feel celebratory while staying quick and low-fuss.
- Indian · lambMonsoon Kerala Lamb Supper
A family-friendly Indian supper centered on a mild, coconut-simmered Kerala-style lamb curry that carries warm, non-garlic spice notes; browned lamb and coconut milk produce rich leftovers while roasted spiced cauliflower and cumin basmati keep the plate lively. Finishing touches — cooling cucumber-mint raita, warmed naan and a sweet mango lassi for kids — are timed to land hot and fresh at service.
- Thai · beefThai Family Sunday Supper
A comforting, family-friendly Thai meal built around a gently spiced Massaman-style ground beef curry, fragrant jasmine rice, quick garlicky stir-fried broccoli, and a finish-to-order crispy Thai omelette — balanced for kids with an easy mango sparkling cooler and an off-dry Riesling for adults. The menu delivers Thai flavors without excessive heat and is timed so everything finishes fresh at 17:00.
- Indian · chickenKerala-Style Chicken Curry Supper
A bright, coconut-silked Kerala chicken curry anchored by warm cumin rice, roast-spiced cauliflower and fresh cucumber raita; fresh whole-wheat parathas cooked to order and a sweet mango lassi complete the meal — an Indian weeknight built for comfort, texture contrast and easy leftovers. The curry relies on gentle simmering and toasted spices for depth rather than long braises, so the whole menu is ready within an hour.
- Indian · fishBengali Weeknight Fish Supper
A focused Bengali-style supper centered on a tangy, gently spiced yogurt fish curry balanced by cumin-scented basmati rice and a hearty cauliflower-potato side; bright cucumber raita and warm naan complete the meal while a mango lassi and an off-dry Riesling round the experience. Technique-forward, family-friendly, and designed for a single cook to execute cleanly within a single two-hour window.
- Indian · fishGoan Family Fish Supper
A bright Goan-style coconut and tamarind fish curry finished to order with steamed basmati rice, creamy yellow moong dal with a cumin-garlic tadka, crisp cucumber raita, warmed store-bought naan (optional), mango lassi for children and a single bottle of off-dry Riesling for adults — designed to be executed by one cook within a single 1-hour window and plated so the fish and breads are at their best.
- Japanese · chickenTokyo-Style Family Curry Supper
A comforting, crowd-pleasing Japanese weeknight dinner built around a gently spiced chicken curry: tender braised chicken and root vegetables in a glossy mild curry sauce, steamed short-grain rice, a cool Japanese potato salad for balance, a clear miso soup, a kid-friendly citrus-apple spritz, and Junmai sake for the adults. The menu uses familiar textures and mild flavors so children and adults eat the same plate with optional heat added at the table.
- Indian · eggMonsoon Evening Egg Curry Supper
A warm, Kerala-inspired egg curry cooked with toasted spices and coconut milk, paired with fragrant cumin basmati rice and sheet-pan spiced roasted cauliflower — familiar, fast, and designed to yield intentional leftovers. Technique focuses on a single stovetop curry while the oven and rice pot run in parallel for stress-free service.
- South Indian · fishKerala Coast Family Supper
A calm, coconut-scented South Indian evening: gently poached firm white fish in a Kerala-style coconut curry (moilee) with steamed basmati and a quick green‑bean thoran (coconut stir-fry). Focused technique, bold regional aromatics and easy parallel work make this a dinner worth sitting down for.
- Indian · shellfishKerala Coastal Sunday Supper
A mild, coconut-forward Kerala prawn curry sits at the centre of a balanced Indian supper: fragrant coconut-turmeric rice, a spiced cauliflower-and-pea dry sabzi that holds while you finish the delicate prawns, a crisp fresh kachumber salad, warmed whole-wheat naan, a kid-friendly mango lassi and an off-dry Riesling for adults. The menu emphasizes coastal Kerala flavors (coconut, curry leaves, tamarind) rather than tomato or cumin, and finishes the prawn curry at service for peak texture.
- Japanese · porkTokyo Family Curry Supper
A home-style Japanese curry built on tender pork simmered with sweet onions and root vegetables, served with steaming short-grain rice, crisp vegetable tempura finished at the table, a clear miso soup and a bright cucumber sunomono; a comforting, family-friendly weeknight supper with room for extra heat at the table.
- Goan · porkGoan Sunday Supper: Pork Vindaloo & Coconut Rice
A lively Goan family supper built around a vinegar-forward pork vindaloo, served with fragrant coconut rice, spiced pan-fried potatoes and a crisp cucumber–tomato–coconut salad; bright, tangy and approachable for children while allowing adults to add heat at table.
- Goan · shellfishKonkan Coast Family Supper
A bright, vinegar-and-coconut-led Goan supper centered on a tangy prawn curry finished at the table, accompanied by fragrant coconut rice, spiced sautéed green beans, and a crisp kachumber; kid-friendly mango‑coconut coolers and a single bottle of Vinho Verde complete the balanced, family-friendly spread.
- Indian · shellfishGoan Coast Family Supper
A bright, coconut‑tinged Goan prawn curry anchors a lively family supper — a balance of gentle heat, tang from tamarind, and cooling cucumber kachumber, with jeera rice and a homey masoor dal for heft. Mango lassi for the kids and a single bottle of dry Riesling for the adults complete the table.
- Thai · chickenThai Delight Dinner
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with a classic green curry paired alongside a refreshing papaya salad and jasmine rice, accompanied by a cooling lychee iced tea and a chilled Thai beer.
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