Poudre de Colombo comes from the French Caribbean islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe. Influenced by Indian curry traditions, it combines exotic spices with the refined seasoning of French cuisine. The use of mustard seeds gives it its characteristic mild heat and a complex, balanced aroma – perfect for vegetables, meat or stews.
Taste and aroma
Gentle, earthy and warm – with a subtle balance of cumin, coriander, mustard seeds and fenugreek. Turmeric and cloves add a golden color and a soft spiciness that round out the dish.
Application
Ideal for curries, vegetable stews or marinated meat dishes. To use, simply sauté 1 teaspoon of the blend with onions, garlic and oil, add meat or vegetables and let it simmer. Also excellent for lentil, potato and rice dishes.
Good to know
On Martinique and Guadeloupe, colombo is not only the name of the spice blend but also of the curry cooked with it – classically with chicken, pork or goat. The blend tells the story of the Indian immigrants who brought their spice traditions to the Caribbean.
