Can curry paste be religious?

This is translated as “Muslim” curry paste. It may have been brought in by Persian traders. "Mussulman" is arguably another word for Muslim. It’s interesting – either way it feels like it comes from well to the West of Thailand.

It's what the mackerel would have wanted!

This is a very basic recipe which you can play with by adding different flavourings if you like: garlic, spring onion, chilli, up to you