Buy Indian Curry Paste Online

Like instant cooking pastes? If you're looking for ways to add more flavor to your cooking, use ready made pastes. We have tomato paste, curry paste, garlic paste, chili paste, hot chilli paste, Chinese chilli paste with Maldives fish, gorakka paste, shudh tamarind paste, biryani curry taste, chicken tikka paste, Rogan Josh paste, tandoori curry paste, vindaloo curry paste, butter chicken paste, green masala paste, prawn balichow, muligatawany, Bombay biryani, coriander curry, mild curry paste, achar gosht paste, pilau biryani, Sindhi biryani paste, and much more. We only stock popular brands like shudh, Prime Gold, Md Chinese, Larich, Priya, Leela Chinese, Vinay, Bolts, MTR, 777, Ferns, ICS, Johnbull, pattu, kattoomba and more.

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Are you looking to buy curry paste online in Australia? From everyday cooking essentials like ginger garlic paste to complex biryani paste and vibrant red curry paste, Velspices stocks the most comprehensive range of authentic Indian and South Asian cooking pastes available online in Australia — all delivered fast, straight to your door.

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Why Cooking Pastes Are Essential in an Indian Kitchen

If you've ever wondered how restaurants manage to produce consistently flavourful food in large quantities, the answer is often pre-prepared cooking pastes. Pastes do the heavy lifting of flavour development — they're concentrated, pre-blended, and ready to go, dramatically cutting down cooking time without sacrificing authenticity.

The most important cooking pastes in South Asian cooking include:

  • Ginger garlic paste — The foundation of almost every Indian curry; saves time crushing fresh ginger and garlic every day
  • Biryani paste — A complete marinade base for chicken, lamb, or vegetable biryani
  • Red curry paste — For Thai-influenced South Asian curries and fusion dishes
  • Green curry paste — Fresh, herbaceous paste for lighter curries
  • Chilli paste — For adding concentrated heat to any dish
  • Tomato puree/paste — The base of most North Indian gravies
  • Ginger paste — For fish dishes and lighter curries where garlic is less needed
  • Garlic paste — Intense garlic flavour for pasta, breads, and quick stir-fries
  • Tamarind paste — The souring agent for South Indian curries, chutneys, and drinks
  • Coconut paste — Rich base for South Indian and Sri Lankan curries
  • Cashew paste — Shahi (royal) dishes; adds richness and texture
  • Tahini (sesame paste) — Used in hummus, dressings, and Middle Eastern-influenced South Asian dishes

What Cooking Pastes Can You Buy at Velspices?

Our paste range covers every cooking need across the full South Asian culinary spectrum:

  • Curry pastes — Red, green, yellow, Thai, and Indian-style
  • Ginger garlic paste — In multiple sizes, from regular to restaurant-bulk sizes
  • Biryani paste — Ready to use for dum biryani marinade
  • Chilli pastes — Including red chilli paste, chilli garlic paste, and sambal oelek
  • Tomato pastes and purees — For curry base gravies
  • Rice paste — For traditional fermented dosa-style preparations
  • Other specialty pastes — Coconut paste, cashew paste, almond paste, sesame paste, tahini

Tips for Using Cooking Pastes

  • Ginger garlic paste: Add 1–2 teaspoons per serving after the onions are golden; cook for 1–2 minutes until the raw smell disappears
  • Curry paste: Fry in oil for 1–2 minutes before adding liquid to bloom the flavour
  • Biryani paste: Use as a marinade mixed with yoghurt; marinate meat overnight for best results
  • Tomato paste: Add with fresh tomatoes for a richer, more intense tomato base

Why Buy Cooking Pastes from Velspices?

As Australia's most comprehensive online South Asian grocery store, Velspices is the trusted source for authentic Indian cooking pastes. We carry brands not available in mainstream supermarkets, offer competitive pricing, and ship Australia-wide with free delivery over $50.

Shop Paste (MAIN CATEGORY) online at Velspices — quality South Asian groceries delivered across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most used cooking paste in Indian cooking?

Ginger garlic paste is the most universally used cooking paste in Indian cooking — it's the flavour foundation of nearly every North and South Indian curry, marinade, and sauce.

What is the difference between curry paste and curry powder?

Curry paste is a wet blend that includes fresh or fermented ingredients; it's more concentrated and aromatic. Curry powder is a dry spice blend. Paste integrates differently into dishes — it fries in oil more effectively and delivers moisture as well as flavour.

Can I make my own ginger garlic paste or buy it ready-made?

You can blend equal quantities of fresh ginger and garlic with a little water or oil to make it at home. However, ready-made ginger garlic paste from Velspices is convenient, consistent, and shelf-stable once opened.

What is biryani paste and how is it used?

Biryani paste is a complete marinade blend for biryani — it typically includes fried onion, yoghurt, spices, and aromatics blended into a paste. Marinate meat in it overnight for deeply flavoured biryani.

Is red curry paste Indian or Thai?

Red curry paste originated in Thai cuisine but is widely used across South Asian cooking for fusion dishes. It's made from red chillies, lemongrass, galangal, and shrimp paste (most versions). Velspices stocks vegetarian versions too.

Do you sell tomato puree online in Australia?

Yes. Velspices stocks tomato puree and tomato paste in our cooking pastes section, with delivery across all of Australia.

Where can I buy ginger garlic paste online in Australia?

Velspices stocks ginger garlic paste in multiple brands and sizes — from standard to restaurant-sized containers — with Australia-wide delivery.

Are cooking pastes shelf-stable?

Most unopened cooking pastes are shelf-stable at room temperature. Once opened, they should be refrigerated and used within 2–4 weeks depending on the product.

What is tahini and how is it used?

Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds, widely used in Middle Eastern cooking (hummus, dressings) and increasingly in South Asian-inspired dishes. It's available in our specialty pastes section.

Do you offer free delivery on paste orders?

Yes! Orders over $50 qualify for free delivery within Melbourne metro. Shipping rates are available for all other areas across Australia.