Now, from the Óc Eo archaeological complex in southern Vietnam, evidence of Southeast Asia’s oldest curry, dated to 2,000 years ago, has been identified. A footed grinding slab is excavated in southern Vietnam in 2018. She suspects that the humid climate of southern Vietnam helped shield the remains from degradation. ( Khanh Trung Kien Nguyen )The Lasting Essence of Curry FlavorsThe combination of spices found at Óc Eo remains integral to Southeast Asian curries today. “This continuity highlights the lasting essence of curry flavors in Vietnamese cuisine.”Top image: The oldest evidence of Southeast Asian curry has been found in southern Vietnam.
