How to make curry hotter

By Kevin Fernandez
Rafi's Mixed Pickle

Want more of a kick? Follow Rafi’s top tips for making your curry hotter. 

Add a hot Pickle or Chutney

We suggest eating a strong pickle alongside your curry to add some heat. Try one of our Hot Pickles or Chutneys to add some more heat to your curry. We recommend the Hot Lime Pickle for a tantalising taste to complement any of our Curry Packs

You can add some fresh chilli or chilli powder to your curry, but we recommend cooking it for at least another 15 - 20 minutes to distribute the flavour and heat evenly. Of course, if you’re feeling brave, garnish with thinly sliced raw chilli for added heat.

We know how important heat preferences are and that’s why you can make any of our Curry Packs as mild or as hot as you’d like - check out our Curry Packs

Add some extra chilli powder

While your dish is cooking, add some additional chilli powder to give additional heat to your dish. We recommend using Deggi Mirch, as this is less harsh than other chilli powders and it adds deep colour and flavour. 

We’d love to hear if these tips have helped you in the kitchen. Let us know your feedback on our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. We love to see your curry creations, so please send us your foodie photos across.


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Written by

Kevin Fernandez

Rafi’s son, Kevin joined in 2004 when the York shop opened, although he remembers the day the family were stacking shelves in the first shop in Sudbury. Kevin has inherited his mum's passion for cooking and teaching people about Indian food. Kevin now manages the business, nurturing his mother's legacy and sharing his passion for great food.