Cookbook Giveaway: On the Curry Trail & an Emile Henry stew pot

Enter our US giveaway to win one of two copies of On the Curry Trail: Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World by Raghavan Iyer with one grand prize winner in the US receiving an Emile Henry Sublime stew pot. One additional copy of the book is available worldwide courtesy of EYB.

Raghavan Iyer is the author of six books on Indian cuisine beginning with Betty Crocker’s Indian Home Cooking which introduced Indian cooking to countless Betty Crocker homes. His most well-known book is 660 Curries: Plus Biryanis, Breads, Pilafs, Raitas, and More – a trusted bible that many chefs and home cooks still turn to time and time again.

As many know or will know after reading the article linked below, Raghavan is in the final stages of colorectal cancer that has trespassed into his lungs and brains. Kim Severson did a wonderful piece with Raghavan for the New York Times and the always generous man shared screenshots of the article with his friends “for those that don’t subscribe”.

On the Curry Trail: Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World by Raghavan Iyer is an enlightening journey across Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas to explore the origins of curry and the signature, essential curries of each region. The book tells the definitive, delectable story of curry powder in 50 irresistible recipes. This book is not a swan song it is a vibrant celebration of life, food, family and friends written by a man who has blessed so many of us with his knowledge and kindness.

In my work I have made friends with many authors. For the most part, cookbook writers are generous kind people. Raghavan is a step above that. I have a special needs son and would write about the struggles on Facebook. Many friends would be kind and offer support with comments but Raghavan – would send direct messages to me with his support – always.

Despite loving his books and work, I have a special spot in my heart for this dear, wonderful man. Order this beautifully illustrated book (be sure to check out the preview below), travel to the various countries that Raghavan writes about and be inspired to bring the flavors of the curry trail into your kitchen.

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To celebrate the publication of On the Curry Trail: Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World one grand prize winner in the US will receive one of gorgeous Emile Henry Sublime stew pots.

From the website: “In common use, sublime is an adjective meaning “awe-inspiringly grand”, like the best chocolate fudge sundae you’ve ever had. The result of extensive research, ‘Sublime’ ceramic makes it possible to create and serve all kinds of recipes—with unparalleled ease of use. Sublime is made from a new ceramic technology designed to do all kinds of cooking and to do it better than other materials. You could feasibly own just one pot to make all your meals. What makes this technology so remarkable is its versatility.  It can handle the high heat of searing, frying or barbecuing on the grill and also softly cook on low heat so that sugars in a caramel sauce or a custard are gently heated without burning or over cooking.  The Sublime ceramic distributes heat smoothly across the whole pot better than any metal, including cast iron or stainless steel and it is 35% lighter than those other materials.  Sublime can be used on direct flame, stovetop – gas, electric or glass, charcoal or gas BBQ grills, in the oven, microwave, and is dishwasher safe.”

Special thanks to the publisher for providing two copies of this title in our promotion (US); to Emile Henry for providing one Sublime stew pot to a grand prize US winner and EYB for providing one additional copy outside the US. Entry options include answering the following question in the comments section of this blog post.

Which recipe in the index would you like to try first?

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178 Comments

  • jigglesfrog  on  February 26, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • bhasenstab  on  February 26, 2023

    I know the first recipe that I would make a beeline for is the Murgh makhani! Family already loves that dish. 👍

  • hirsheys  on  February 26, 2023

    Koshari

  • kaivulagi  on  February 26, 2023

    I like the sound of the curry noddles with shrimp.

  • demomcook  on  February 26, 2023

    Poached chicken with a spiced mole sauce (Mole coloradito Oaxaqueño)

  • rlmolnar  on  February 26, 2023

    The chapli kebab saag sounds like a delicious way of using the ground lamb in the freezer.

  • demomcook  on  February 26, 2023

    Went to look for “660 Curries” and find it is OOP and selling for $350+. However, Amazon US has the kindle copy available for $16.99. Cannot wait to look through this treasure as well as the new book.

  • matag  on  February 26, 2023

    Pork meatballs in a creamy curry sauce

  • Kerreydp  on  February 26, 2023

    I have a bag of red lentils that needs to be used, so I’d make red lentils with ginger.

  • Kristjudy  on  February 26, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • nitrambur  on  February 26, 2023

    Flaky curry puffs (Piàn zhuàng gālí pào fú)

  • akrupnick  on  February 26, 2023

    Shrimp curry with cinnamon

  • dadekian  on  February 26, 2023

    Creamy curried scallop pies

  • susankay  on  February 26, 2023

    Minty date-stuffed lamb patties with stewed mustard greens. I can even imagine how good it must be! I am looking forward to cooking from this book so much.

  • mzzfoggy  on  February 26, 2023

    I would definitely try Butter chicken (Murgh makhani) first! “Butter” sounds so plain, but when you call it makhani, well then I know I am in for something smooth and delicious!

  • swissjen  on  February 26, 2023

    I’m most excited to try making my own curry pastes! I’ve never made them from scratch and would love to learn how.

  • mainman  on  February 26, 2023

    Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black eyed peas!

  • Rosesrpink50  on  February 26, 2023

    I love black-eyed peas so I think the first thing I would cook would be Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black-eyed peas (Aloo bodi tama).

  • tcjanes  on  February 26, 2023

    Lamb potato stew.

  • GreenhouseCheryl  on  February 26, 2023

    Pork meatballs in a creamy curry sauce

  • debpiper  on  February 26, 2023

    I will try the prawn curry with darkened cinnamon first. I am curious about the technique and the results of darkening cinnamon. After that, I want to cook all of the rest of the recipes in this wonderful book!

  • miggsy  on  February 27, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • DarcyVaughn  on  February 27, 2023

    Chicken curry with lemongrass and curry leaves (Kari ayam)

  • rkosully  on  February 27, 2023

    I would first like to try making the Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste (Têāħu phạd phrik pheā).

  • lean1  on  February 27, 2023

    Butter Chicken

  • camtncook  on  February 27, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • ravensfan  on  February 27, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • sarahawker  on  February 27, 2023

    Pork meatballs in a creamy curry sauce (Boller i karri)

  • Skorpyoh  on  February 27, 2023

    Sour Teff Crepes

  • youngsvnnhrs  on  February 27, 2023

    Chicken curry with carrots and pickled ginger (Kare raisu)

  • kmn4  on  February 27, 2023

    Sausages smothered in a spiced ketchup (Currywurst) – yes, I know I can buy the sauce at the German import store. No, I don’t care. I was in Cologne and Berlin for a grand total of two days last summer (group travel), and ate it at least three times. LOL!

  • mollycumming  on  February 27, 2023

    Fish amok!

  • goodfruit  on  February 27, 2023

    Green Curry Sauce and Malaysian Spice Mix

  • Leonard5854  on  February 27, 2023

    Red lentil curry would be my first recipe to try.

  • ozfoodie  on  February 27, 2023

    The Handheld eggplant pies with a sour-hot coconut milk dip sounds so unusual – to me, anyway – and delicious!

  • coolasfolk  on  February 27, 2023

    Definitely want to try the minty date-stuffed lamb patties with stewed mustard greens. Besides wanting to eat more greens in general, I love mustard greens and any dish that features both dates and mustard oil is a must-try!

  • mkalka  on  February 27, 2023

    Such a beautiful book from Raghavan; can’t wait to try all the recipes!

  • dataentrytard  on  February 27, 2023

    I would like to prepare the egg noodle soup with coconut milk first.

  • semaphoredm  on  February 27, 2023

    Bone-in goat with habanero chile and potatoes (Curry goat)

  • Vanderjane  on  February 27, 2023

    Wok seared curried fried rice

  • kmwyman  on  February 27, 2023

    Vegetable rice steeped in a roasted red pepper-habanero sauce (Jollof rice with abe ata)

  • Shana.  on  February 27, 2023

    Red lentil curry

  • Mariarosa  on  February 27, 2023

    Layered rice-lentil pilaf with macaroni and spiced tomatoes

  • jiladan  on  February 27, 2023

    Egg noodle soup with coconut milk (Khow suey)

  • angelanorr  on  February 27, 2023

    butter chicken

  • JMBH1  on  February 28, 2023

    British curry house vindaloo (Pork vindaloo) This one caught my eye. Has a ton of ingredients but I want to see how well they blend together.

  • Ren23  on  February 28, 2023

    Sour Teff Crepes

  • LaurenE  on  February 28, 2023

    Murgh makhani

  • LSanders  on  February 28, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • caitlin13  on  February 28, 2023

    MMMM I want to try anything with Saag!!

  • nvernon  on  February 28, 2023

    Pan-fried salted cod curry with cucumber relish (Bacalhau gulai)

  • vickster  on  February 28, 2023

    Chicken curry with carrots and pickled ginger

  • h0lly  on  February 28, 2023

    Curried Deviled Eggs!

  • h0lly  on  February 28, 2023

    I might start with Curried Deviled Eggs.

  • betsyradelow  on  February 28, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • janv  on  February 28, 2023

    Red lentil curry

  • ChicagoJen  on  March 1, 2023

    Avocado and Heirloom Tomato Salad

  • ChicagoJen  on  March 1, 2023

    Curried Deviled Eggs! Always looking for a new deviled egg recipe.

  • TheSchnitz  on  March 1, 2023

    I love curries. It never gets boring.

  • hillsboroks  on  March 1, 2023

    Coronation curried chicken salad with apricots

  • Maefleur  on  March 2, 2023

    Lamb potato stew in bread bowls

  • monasli  on  March 2, 2023

    Chicken tikka masala and pan seared red curry tofu.

  • monasli  on  March 2, 2023

    Chicken tikka masala.

  • IvyManning  on  March 2, 2023

    Catfish and unripe mango and thyme (Gilbaka curry)! I am always on the hunt for a great fish curry.

  • amaLA  on  March 2, 2023

    Steamed chicken dumplings with a spiced tomato sauce (Momos)

  • virjeania  on  March 3, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • DFarnham  on  March 3, 2023

    Flaky Curry Puffs!

  • infinity6361  on  March 3, 2023

    Oh they all look so good but I would say either the Butter chicken or the pork meatballs.

  • Jenkaygee  on  March 4, 2023

    Prawn curry with cinnamon for sure

  • roxlet  on  March 4, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • AnQsMom  on  March 5, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • Marnewein  on  March 5, 2023

    Butter chicken, hands down!

  • kellilee  on  March 5, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger (Misir wot)

  • oduong930  on  March 6, 2023

    curry noodles with shrimp

  • clouseau  on  March 6, 2023

    Curried fried rice sounds good

  • sayeater  on  March 7, 2023

    Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black-eyed peas (Aloo bodi tama). Always looking for new ways to enjoy BEPs.

  • Pennyf  on  March 7, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • rchesser  on  March 7, 2023

    The chapli kebab saag.

  • Maryd8822  on  March 7, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger

  • CapeCodCook  on  March 8, 2023

    I want to make his toasted spices mixture.

  • karliekramer  on  March 8, 2023

    The wok-seared curried fried rice sounds so good, and I love that it’s vegan.

  • Bookstack  on  March 8, 2023

    Egg noodle soup with coconut milk (Khow suey) Sounds enchanting!

  • Bookstack  on  March 8, 2023

    Butter Chicken

  • hrk  on  March 10, 2023

    Slow-cooked chickpeas with saffron (Hommos zafaran)

  • NaomiH  on  March 10, 2023

    Egg noodle soup with coconut milk (Khow suey)

  • elschneider  on  March 10, 2023

    Yogurt-marinated chicken thighs with creamy tomato sauce (Chicken tikka masala)

  • aealair  on  March 10, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • Elsandra  on  March 11, 2023

    Butter Chicken

  • priyamaine  on  March 12, 2023

    The wok-seared curried fried rice sounds like it could become a weekly meal at my house!

  • cmeiling  on  March 13, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes !

  • JenjiD  on  March 13, 2023

    Minty date-stuffed lamb patties with stewed mustard greens

  • DFarnham  on  March 13, 2023

    Pork meatballs in a creamy curry sauce!

  • sarahteertzah  on  March 14, 2023

    Handheld eggplant pies with a sour-hot coconut milk dip (Eggplant matbucha borekas with chamandi)

  • debbiehb  on  March 16, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger

  • ErinPacitti27  on  March 16, 2023

    Wok-seared curried fried rice!

  • avonleajules  on  March 17, 2023

    Pork meatballs in a creamy curry sauce

  • kellyluc  on  March 17, 2023

    I would like to make the red and yellow curry pastes. I have not tried that yet.

  • Jengelmann  on  March 17, 2023

    Indian– specifically northern Indian– is the most satisfying thing to learn to cook.

  • susan g  on  March 18, 2023

    Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black-eyed peas (Aloo bodi tama) is the recipe I would like to try first. I did look at the entire – amazing! – list of recipes. The range of nationalities and supportive basics is amazing. I loved seeing the illustrations too — beautiful. What a book!

  • hibeez  on  March 19, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp.

  • MaineDruid  on  March 19, 2023

    Curried chickpea stew sandwiches with Scotch bonnet relish–my mouth began to water when I read the words “Scotch bonnet.”

  • elysedc  on  March 19, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste (Têāħu phạd phrik pheā)

  • ktpotat  on  March 19, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • elizabethwcrew  on  March 20, 2023

    Flatbreads stuffed with curried yellow split peas 🙂

  • cellenly  on  March 20, 2023

    Green curry paste

  • contrarywise  on  March 21, 2023

    I love Raghavan Iyer’s cookbooks and can’t wait to try On the Curry Trail! I Fried rice is in regular rotation so I’d like to try the recipe for Wok-seared curried fried rice for a new take on an old favourite.

  • Shelley.b  on  March 21, 2023

    curry noodles with shrimp

  • JZ89  on  March 23, 2023

    Murgh makhani

  • Pizzacat13  on  March 23, 2023

    It’s hard to go past good old Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

  • Babycarrot  on  March 24, 2023

    Wok-seared curried fried rice

  • Outrun1986  on  March 24, 2023

    Butter Chicken

  • dusksunset  on  March 24, 2023

    curry noodles with shrimp

  • DLC  on  March 25, 2023

    Homemade garam masala.

  • Jenamarie  on  March 25, 2023

    Creamy chicken vegetable soup with apples (Mulligatawny)

  • clairew137  on  March 26, 2023

    Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black eyed peas.

  • banba1  on  March 26, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste

  • Joycesere  on  March 26, 2023

    butter chicken for sureee

  • Knordahl  on  March 28, 2023

    Chicken curry and some of the curry pastes look great.

  • t.t  on  March 28, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste (Têāħu phạd phrik pheā)

  • Tina99  on  March 28, 2023

    curry noodles with shrimp

  • LABeachGal  on  March 28, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes (Cà-ri gà) sounds amazing.

  • Puguppy  on  March 28, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • Andre_F  on  March 29, 2023

    on my 2023 bucket list, become proficient at curries.

  • Lafauvette  on  March 29, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp (Mee kari dengan udang)

  • circ2000  on  March 29, 2023

    Chicken curry with carrots and pickled ginger!

  • Dannausc  on  March 29, 2023

    Green curry paste

  • sallansd  on  March 29, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • sallansd  on  March 29, 2023

    Springtime flatbread

  • tucsonsandy  on  March 29, 2023

    Sour Teff Crepes

  • cmckinney  on  March 29, 2023

    I’m always looking for a way to liven up white fish, so Mustard-fennel smothered shad (Sorshe ilish maacher jhol) sounds like an amazing start!

  • EstherGertrude  on  March 29, 2023

    Potato and bamboo shoot curry with black-eyed peas

  • michalow  on  March 30, 2023

    Curried deviled eggs!

  • artthecat  on  March 31, 2023

    Currywurst

  • caliwoo  on  April 2, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • BFG  on  April 2, 2023

    First up would have to be the butter chicken!

  • Peirsd60  on  April 5, 2023

    Shrimp curry with cinnamon

  • stulled  on  April 5, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes

  • silversand  on  April 6, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger (Misir wot)

  • SherTN  on  April 7, 2023

    The Wok-seared curried fried rice looks good! (I’m interested in the curry blend recipes, too!).

  • braabpro  on  April 7, 2023

    Madras curry powder

  • CatsintheKitchen  on  April 7, 2023

    red lentils with ginger

  • teamkies  on  April 7, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger (Misir wot)

  • Lora724  on  April 8, 2023

    Wok-seared curried fried rice (Gali fen ch’ao fan)

  • fadoum  on  April 12, 2023

    One of the many curries

  • Bessp  on  April 14, 2023

    I want to try the Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • antpantsii  on  April 15, 2023

    A Coronation Chicken Curry Salad with Apricots

  • acecil  on  April 15, 2023

    chapli kebab saag

  • leknit  on  April 18, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste

  • KarenDel  on  April 19, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste (Têāħu phạd phrik pheā)

  • amylou61  on  April 20, 2023

    Butter Chicken. Yum!

  • shawsc  on  April 20, 2023

    I would probably make the Coronation curried chicken salad with apricots (page 143) first. I love the fact that Raghavan lists Bunny Chow as the alternate name for Lamb potato stew in bread bowls (page 115). I am so sorry that we have lost such a creative soul and teacher that it will be an honor to cook anything he added to this book.

  • yvettelee  on  April 21, 2023

    Butter chicken but anything with curry is amazingggg

  • jenmacgregor18  on  April 21, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes (Cà-ri gà)

  • DFarnham  on  April 21, 2023

    Prawn curry with darkened cinnamon!

  • jfrmpls  on  April 21, 2023

    I’d like to try the Madras Curry Powder. I need a good blend in the kitchen.

  • lolako  on  April 21, 2023

    Curried deviled eggs!

  • threefourpfeif  on  April 21, 2023

    I’d try the Butter chicken (Murgh makhani) first

  • GillB  on  April 22, 2023

    Roti cani

  • GalitZ  on  April 23, 2023

    Butter Chicken

  • Marnewein  on  April 23, 2023

    Curry noodles with shrimp

  • GaCathy  on  April 25, 2023

    Butter chicken

  • lindaeatsherbooks  on  April 26, 2023

    I want to make the flaky curry puffs (Piàn zhuàng gālí pào fú).

  • scoutycat  on  April 26, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes (Cà-ri gà)

  • tarae1204  on  April 26, 2023

    I made the mulligatawny soup and it was wonderful!

  • orchidlady01  on  May 1, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • camtncook  on  May 1, 2023

    Red curry paste

  • hawaiieat  on  May 1, 2023

    I would like to test out the recipe for Slow-cooked chickpeas with saffron

  • verorenee  on  May 2, 2023

    Chicken lemongrass curry with potatoes

  • LEKcookbooks  on  May 5, 2023

    Red lentils with ginger (Misir wot); I love misir wot, but have never tried making it myself!

  • DesiKim  on  May 5, 2023

    Roti canai & Kari Ayam

  • Singleta417  on  May 7, 2023

    Chicken curry with carrots and pickled ginger

  • RSW  on  May 10, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • hubbalance  on  May 16, 2023

    I would try flaky curry puffs

  • WendyATL  on  May 17, 2023

    i love lamb so it would definitely be a lamb recipe, probably the Minty date-stuffed lamb patties with stewed mustard greens (Chapli kebab saag)

  • kimbolarson  on  May 18, 2023

    I have loved every book Raghavan has written, and made countless enjoyable meals because of his books. His spice blends are some of the best I’ve ever had, so I’m looking forward to trying the Malaysian curry powder in this book.

  • nomadchowwoman  on  May 20, 2023

    I’d try the Butter Chicken so I could compare this version to the one I’ve been using.

  • EmilyR  on  May 21, 2023

    Butter chicken (Murgh makhani)

  • stephntran  on  May 30, 2023

    Pan-fried tofu with red curry paste

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