S&B Oriental Curry Powder 3 Oz – No Salt Added 17-Spice Blend for Health-Conscious Home Cooking
S&B Oriental Curry Powder 3 Oz – No Salt Added 17-Spice Blend for Health-Conscious Home Cooking
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Why you'll love it
- Authentic Japanese curry flavor from a recognized S&B brand trusted for decades
- 17 spices pre-blended saves time versus buying and mixing individual spices
- No salt added gives full control over sodium levels for dietary needs
- GMO-free certification appeals to clean-label and health-conscious buyers
- Versatile across multiple cuisines beyond just Japanese curry, increasing value per tin
- Pack-of-2 variant offers better value for frequent users and reduces reorder frequency
- nostalgic childhood taste
- captures the classic curry flavor associated with fine Indian restaurants in the US and UK
- comes close in taste to the discontinued Cross & Blackwell curry powder
- a little goes a long way, very potent in small amounts
- flavor and aroma are rich and fragrant
- fast Amazon delivery (less than 24 hours)
- 20 cents cheaper per can than local grocery store
- works well in an instant pot
- small can size was perfect for first-time trying the product
- heat level is 'just right' and complex
- flavor is well balanced without one dominant spice
Perfect for
- Building a quick Japanese-style curry sauce for rice, meat, or vegetables
- Seasoning roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or tofu with an Asian flavor profile
- Adding a warm, aromatic 17-spice blend to soups, stews, and marinades
- Sodium-controlled home cooking where the user wants to add their own salt
- Staple pantry spice for fusion cooking across multiple world cuisines
- curry chicken salad
- making homemade roux with butter and gluten-free flour to recreate Japanese curry
- adding to scrambled eggs and fried rice
- dry rub for pork, beef, or chicken
- stir fry seasoning
- toasting the powder in oil with fresh garlic before adding ingredients
- making Japanese-style chicken curry from scratch
- curry chicken with gravy over rice
S & B Golden Curry Sauce Mix, Medium Hot
'Golden Curry' is made with S & B original curry powder and features rich aroma of spices and herbs. A block of Golden Curry Sauce Mix consisting of curry powder, flour, spices and seasoning could quickly transform mundane stew into fine curry simply by adding them to the mixture. Well-balanced mellowness and spiciness for most people. S & B Golden Curry Sauce Mix contains no meat or meat derived ingredients.
Enjoy with rice, bread, noodles, and buns, etc. Using it as a sauce for potatoes or meat dishes, or as a dipping sauce for steamed vegetables is another way to enjoy.
Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Vegetable Oils (Palm Oil, Rapeseed Oil), Salt, Sugar, Curry Powder, Monosodium Glutamate, Caramel Color, Spices (Pepper, Chili Pepper, Garlic, Celery Seed, Mustard), Malic Acid, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate
Product Information
Mixed 17 spices produced in a traditional way to bring about the flavor of each spice.
The spices for aroma, color and spiciness are superbly blended, this will give delicious flavor to cuisines from all over the world.
No salt used.
Oriental Curry Powder
Ingredients
S&B Curry Powder Oriental, 3 Oz
Items Details
Coin Variety 1: language _ tag
Item Form: Powder
Specialty: GMO Free
Container Type: Can
Cuisine: Japanese
Produce Sold As Format: Pre-packaged
Region of Origin: North America
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this curry powder really made with no added salt?
Yes. S&B Oriental Curry Powder is formulated as a zero-added-salt blend, so all of the sodium in your finished dish comes from ingredients you add yourself. That gives you full control if you are managing sodium for blood pressure, kidney, or heart-health reasons.
Is the product certified GMO-free?
Yes. S&B Oriental Curry Powder carries GMO-free certification on its ingredients, which matters to clean-label shoppers who avoid genetically modified components. It also fits well into additive-free and whole-food cooking routines.
What 18 ingredients are actually in the blend?
The published ingredient list includes turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, cumin, orange peel, pepper, chili pepper, cinnamon, fennel, ginger, star anise, thyme, bay leaves, cloves, nutmeg, sage, and cardamom, along with a small additional component to balance the grind. Together they form the 17-spice profile.
Can I use this in a low-sodium or renal-friendly diet plan?
Because there is no added salt, you can season food to your exact sodium target. Many shoppers on doctor-recommended low-sodium plans use S&B Oriental Curry Powder to keep meals flavorful without relying on pre-salted seasoning blends or bouillon cubes.
Does the powder contain any MSG or artificial flavor enhancers?
The ingredient list is built around whole spices and herbs — turmeric, cumin, coriander, fenugreek, cinnamon, cloves, and similar items — without MSG or artificial flavor additives. That is a key reason wellness-focused buyers choose it over typical supermarket curry powders.
Is this safe for a family dinner table with kids or older adults watching sodium?
Yes. With no added salt in the tin, parents and caregivers can portion a small amount of curry flavor into shared dishes and then season lightly at the table for adults. This makes it easier to cook one meal that suits different sodium needs.
How do I build a calming, mindful cooking ritual around this spice?
Many wellness-focused cooks start by toasting a small amount of the powder in warm oil with fresh garlic, which releases the aroma gradually and turns prep into a 30-second sensory pause. From there, the same blend moves into soups, stews, or roasted vegetables for a low-stress meal.
Can I use this as a flavor base for gut-friendly soups and stews?
Yes. The 17-spice blend adds warming flavor to bone broth, lentil soup, and vegetable stews without relying on salty bouillon, which is helpful if you are cooking for gut health or anti-inflammatory goals. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Is the aroma calming enough to use in a wind-down cooking routine?
Customers describe the aroma as rich and fragrant rather than sharp or hot, which makes it well suited to an evening kitchen ritual. Toasting the powder in oil for a few seconds before adding ingredients gives a gentle, warming scent without overwhelming a small space.
Does the powder work for batch meal prep without losing nutritional quality?
Because the product is a dry spice blend with no preservatives, batch cooking with it does not introduce anything that breaks down poorly over a few days of refrigeration. You can portion curries, grain bowls, and roasted vegetable mixes and reheat them during the week.
How does S&B Oriental Curry Powder compare to Indian restaurant-style curry powders for clean eating?
Many shoppers note that S&B captures the classic curry flavor associated with fine Indian restaurants in the US and UK, but with a transparent ingredient list and no added salt. That combination is rare in mainstream curry powders, which often include salt and anti-caking agents.
Is this similar to the discontinued Cross & Blackwell curry powder some buyers remember?
Long-time cooks report that S&B Oriental Curry Powder comes close in taste to the discontinued Cross & Blackwell curry powder, which is one reason it is popular with people who want a familiar, nostalgic flavor profile without artificial additives.
Can I control the sodium even more by pairing this with homemade stock?
Yes. Using low-sodium or no-sodium homemade stock alongside this zero-added-salt curry powder is one of the cleanest ways to build a flavorful Japanese-style curry. You get the 17-spice aroma and color without any hidden sodium from a bouillon cube.
Is the heat level safe for people who cannot tolerate very spicy food?
The blend is balanced rather than fiery, with reviewers describing the heat as 'just right' and complex. There is chili pepper in the mix, but it is layered with sweet and aromatic spices, so sensitive eaters usually tolerate it well at normal portion sizes.
Will the flavor taste artificial or overly processed to a clean-label shopper?
No. The ingredient list is built from recognizable whole spices, and reviews consistently describe the flavor as rich, fragrant, and well balanced, with no single dominant spice. That makes it a reliable choice for buyers who avoid artificial or highly processed seasonings.
Is it worth paying for the brand name versus a generic no-salt curry powder?
For wellness-focused buyers, the appeal is the S&B heritage, the GMO-free certification, and the consistent 17-spice balance that generic versions often miss. If you depend on a reliable, additive-free flavor for daily cooking, the brand reputation is part of the value.
How do I make a basic Japanese-style curry from this powder at home?
Sauté a chopped onion in oil until soft, push it to the side, and toast 1 to 2 teaspoons of S&B Oriental Curry Powder in a little oil with minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add diced chicken, beef, tofu, or vegetables and brown lightly. Stir in 2 cups of stock or water and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, then thicken with a butter-and-flour roux (use gluten-free flour if needed) and serve over steamed rice.
What is the best way to toast the powder to bring out the most flavor?
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat, add minced fresh garlic and a teaspoon of the curry powder, and stir constantly for 20 to 40 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the powder burn, as that turns the flavor bitter. Once aromatic, build your sauce, stir-fry, or marinade from that base.
Can I use this in dishes that are not Japanese curry, like fried rice or scrambled eggs?
Yes. A small pinch of S&B Oriental Curry Powder stirred into fried rice, scrambled eggs, omelets, or even popcorn adds a warm 17-spice note without much effort. It also works well as a dry rub on chicken, pork, or beef before roasting or grilling, and it seasons roasted vegetables, soups, stews, and marinades.
Does this powder work with gluten-free flour when making a Japanese curry roux?
Yes. You can make a gluten-free roux by melting butter in a pan and whisking in an equal amount of gluten-free flour, then cooking until it turns a golden, fragrant color before whisking it into your curry liquid. The 17-spice blend performs the same way as it does with wheat flour, so the final flavor is unaffected.
Is this curry powder compatible with plant-based, vegetarian, and vegan cooking?
Yes. The ingredient list is built from spices and herbs, with no animal-derived components, so the powder itself is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, and plant-based diets. It pairs well with tofu, tempeh, chickpeas, lentils, and a wide range of vegetables.
What is included in the box, and do I need to buy anything else to start cooking?
Each order includes one sealed 3 oz tin of S&B Oriental Curry Powder, or two tins if you choose the pack-of-2 variant. To cook a basic Japanese curry you will also need onion, oil, butter, flour (regular or gluten-free), stock or water, a protein or vegetables, and rice to serve it over — all common pantry items.
Is this product safe for people with common spice allergies?
The blend contains a wide range of spices including turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom. Anyone with known allergies to these specific spices should review the full 18-ingredient list on the can before using it, and consult a doctor if unsure.
How should I store the tin after opening to keep the spices fresh?
Close the metal lid firmly after each use and store the tin in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, such as a pantry, drawer, or cabinet. Avoid storing it next to the stove where heat and steam can degrade the aroma. Properly stored, the powder keeps its color and flavor for many months.
What is the difference between a Japanese curry powder like this and an Indian curry powder?
Japanese curry powders are typically milder, slightly sweet, and built around turmeric, coriander, cumin, and fenugreek, with warm aromatics like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Indian curry powders vary widely by region but often emphasize toasted cumin, coriander, and chili heat. S&B Oriental Curry Powder sits closer to the Japanese style, which is why it works especially well in Japanese-style curries, katsu sauce, and mild pan-Asian dishes.
