 Although not an integral part of Chinese cuisine, curry powder is added to some dishes in southern part of China.The curry powder sold in Chinese grocery stores is similar to Madras curry powder but with addition of star anise and cinnamon.Chinese curries (咖哩, gā lǐ) typically consist of chicken, beef, fish, lamb, or other meats, green peppers, onions, large chunks of potatoes, and a variety of other ingredients and spices in a mildly spicy yellow curry sauce, and topped over steamed rice.