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and celery. Keen's Curry is available in 60g or 120g tins. Keen's Curry is distinctly popular within the
Aboriginal community who are the largest consumers of the product. It is used as a staple in all facets of Aboriginal cuisine from curried sausages to kangaroo stew.
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