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7 Substitutes for Korma Curry Paste in Creamy Indian Curries

7 Best Substitutes for Korma Curry Paste

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When korma curry paste runs out, choose a substitute based on your dish's needs. These seven options offer varying levels of creaminess, spice, and nutty flavor to match your recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Substitutes
Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder Add 1 tablespoon coconut milk and 1 teaspoon almond paste to match 1 tablespoon korma paste.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Milk Whisk into curry powder along with almond paste for even distribution.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Paste Whisk into curry powder with coconut milk before using.
  • Tikka Masala Paste Use equal amount as korma paste; note it's more tomato-forward and spicier.
  • 1 tablespoon Cashew Paste Add ½ teaspoon ground coriander and a pinch of cardamom per tablespoon as korma paste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Coriander Add with cashew paste and cardamom to mimic korma paste.
  • Cardamom Add a pinch with cashew paste and coriander for aromatic warmth.
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Curry Paste Use 1:1 ratio but expect a citrusy, less creamy flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Madras Curry Paste Start with half amount in mild dishes and adjust for heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Plain Yogurt Temper before adding and combine with 1 teaspoon garam masala per tablespoon korma paste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Mix with yogurt as a substitute for korma paste.
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter Use smooth peanut butter and whisk into warm liquid with mild curry powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Mild Curry Powder Mix with peanut butter as substitute for 1 tablespoon korma paste.

Method
 

  1. Choose a substitute based on your dish’s needs, such as creamy, mild, or spicy profiles.
  2. For Curry Powder Mix, whisk coconut milk and almond paste into curry powder before adding to your dish.
  3. Mix cashew paste with ground coriander and a pinch of cardamom; thin with water if sauce is too thick.
  4. Use equal amounts of tikka masala, yellow curry, or madras curry paste, starting with less madras for mild dishes.
  5. Temper yogurt before adding to boiling dishes and mix with garam masala for a dairy substitute.
  6. Whisk smooth peanut butter with mild curry powder into warm liquid to prevent clumps before adding to the pot.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, cardamom, or lemon to balance flavors and consistency.

Notes

Whisk almond paste and coconut milk into curry powder slowly to prevent clumping and maintain smooth sauce consistency.

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