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Curry Chat => Lets Talk Curry => Topic started by: Malc. on October 27, 2010, 03:37 PM
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Now I know we've had similar topics on this in the past and god knows i'm the last one to advocate supermarket ready meals, but as time moves on so do the supermarkets.
Yesterday evening I was short on time and decided to make my usual homemade Tandoori chicken using chicken thighs and a quick mix of paste I have been experimenting with. Anyway, whilst running into ASDA to get the thighs, I couldn't decide what to have with the meal and despite my better judgements, opted to go to the deli counter.
I purchased a Sag Aloo and also a Sweet Potato Dhansak, both on special from the deli counter for a
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Agreed, some supermarkets are now producing some remarkably tasty off the shelf curry stuff.
Waitrose do their own Aloo Gobi Saag, Bombay potatoes, Bhaji's and Pakoras amongst other things. You can get 2 different things for ?3.
If you cannot be bothered / too tired / to busy - whatever - to cook your own sides then they are very acceptable!
I still think Sainsburys curry stuff is pretty naff and generally all supermarket mains are still quite unlike the real BIR curry they claim to be, but some are not bad at all when the time is appropriate for them.
Cheers
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Waitrose do their own Aloo Gobi Saag, Bombay potatoes, Bhaji's and Pakoras amongst other things. You can get 2 different things for ?3.
I really, really like Waitrose's naans.
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Maybe Admin can send some of these complimentary messages to Messrs Asda & Waitrose to encourage them to advertise their curries on this site :) Not so sure Sainsbury's will be impresssed, though ...
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I have to agree about the Sainsburys curries being rubbish.
I tried their new expensive range chicken jalfrezi and it was awful!
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I suppose it's too much to hope that anyone tried the Morrisons Saag Chicken which I recommended a few months back. If any of the Asda curries are in the same league, I must try them. Asda shelf versions (non Deli) I've tried over the years' have never impressed me much.
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I suppose it's too much too hope that anyone tried the Morrisons Saag Chicken which I recommended a few months back.
I look for it every time I go in George but they never have it. ???
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I haven't yet tried it George, I will be honest. It was your original topic that spurred me to post this one, I thought you might chuckle at my comments. ;)
I can't vouch for other meals from the deli counter, I am always very wary of what they will taste like and rarely pluck the courage to buy one to try. Any we have had in the past have always been poor. But I can honestly say that these two tested dishes were delicious.
They do have some other variations that are "new" which I am quite tempted now to try. If you do wander into ASDA it would be interesting to see what you think.
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I haven't yet tried it George, I will be honest. It was your original topic that spurred me to post this one, I thought you might chuckle at my comments. ;)
I can't vouch for other meals from the deli counter
Yes, it did bring a smile to my face! I will certainly try (only) the specific dishes you recommended from Asda, just like I don't rate many of the Morrisons curries - just any I specifically vouch for, although I know it's so subjective.
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Due to renovating, we're having a mumtaz Lamb karahi, CTM, chicken pakora and pilau rice for tea tonight....I'll let you know how we get on ;)
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I find that ADSA's curries from the deli counter are, on the whole, pretty good. I quite like Chicken Tandoori Masala when I just want to heat something up. I know we've had discussions on the forum before about the decline of Indian takeaways and this must be one of the contributing factors.
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I do get the odd deli one from Asda to take to work & they are pretty good, I do like there chapatis though they are great which is funny really as I am not a fan of them in BIR's as I much prefer naans. I have also looked for the Sag Aloo from Morrisons but do not shop there very often and have never seen it either.
I agree about Sainsburys they are rubbish.
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well the pakoras were crap, the curry tasted like a spiced up lamb stew (had a bisto-ey taste) but the rice was OK....not great but not bad in a pinch. Only ate half.....CTM was awful according to 'im indoors....two thumbs down :/ and we've not had a curry for a couple of weeks....
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Have tried the mains when on offer for a pound but ! Not impressed
Regards
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you should try the asda chicken madras which is in the ready meals section - asda own brand - the chicken aint upto much but the sauce is actually quite nice from what i can remember - only ?2 i think
Garry
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lamb stew (had a bisto-ey taste)
Ahhhhh Bisto!
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I purchased a Sag Aloo and also a Sweet Potato Dhansak, both on special from the deli counter for a
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I think you'll find that the original report was based on Asda's bulk curries, George, rather than their pre-packed ones; whilst I would never suggest that they are as good as a decent BIR, the bulk ones are not too bad, particularly if you are willing to respice them once you get them home. I did try a Lidl curry once, when it was on special offer; probably much the same quality as an Asda bulk curry.
** Phil.
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I think you'll find that the original report was based on Asda's bulk curries, George, rather than their pre-packed ones;
I did hope I'd selected the same type. If not, how many different 'packages' of curry do they have available? There are curries with fancy cardboard packaging on the main chiller shelves. Then, these were next to the Deli. Are there yet more?
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George, I think Axe in his original post was on about the little black trays they fill at the counter.
Regards
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I'm going to ask for my money back on those two packs - they were that bad. It says on the pack to phone 0845 if you're not 100% satisfied. I'm not even 10% satisfied.
I find it hard to believe, though, that they can have different mixes/recipes of sweet potato dhansak, or anything else, within a few feet of each other.
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I'm going to ask for my money back on those two packs - they were that bad. It says on the pack to phone 0845 if you're not 100% satisfied. I'm not even 10% satisfied.
I wish I could get my money back when one of my home-made curries doesn't turn out right !
I find it hard to believe, though, that they can have different mixes/recipes of sweet potato dhansak, or anything else, within a few feet of each other.
As Commis says, it is probable that the original message was about the curries that are served loose from the delicatessen counter; these do seem better than the pre-packaged ones, in my experience.
** Phil.
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Rather than buying a curry from Asda George, I would recommend you cook Lorrydoos CTM, it is pretty easy to do, not at all unhealthy compared to an Asda curry in my honest opinion, not that they are unhealthy either (I don't know there ingredients), but you know what has gone in to the CTM. You like blades tikka so give it a whirl, it is far better than any shop bought curry I have ever had and probably quicker than going to Asda, looking for your curry etc etc (presuming you have the spices tho ;))
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George, well at least you gave them ago. The Korma I would have left on the shelf but I am a little surprised that you didn't enjoy the Dhansak. I guess it all comes down to individual tastes. As a side dish, i'd be very happy to buy the Dhansak.
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Axe, please could you say which deli, little black ones from the counter or clear plastic from the side chiller, so we all can better relate to the regional tastes and preferences.
Regards
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The produce is from the Deli counter i.e. the open containers that they fill for you. However, as you will see from George's picture, they also prepare it ready in containers at the side.
I doubt there is any regional variation in the recipe being sold. The Dhansak, may not be everyone's cup of tea but I am sure the Sag Aloo will go down well.
As I said, I am not comparing these dishes to anything BIR, just that I was pleasantly surprised at the finished dish being palatable, which for all intents and purposes, is not something I would say about supermarket Indian style dishes in the main.
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Thanks for that, I mean our taste sorry, eg those in the south may rate them those in Scotland may not. So we could then better understand the regional preferences. Thanks again.
Regards
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made the mistake of buying one of Daves curries from Makro a few years back - made school dinners taste appetising it was that bad - wrote a letter of complaint questioning the buyers abilities - no response
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Ghoulie, that's the problem I don't think they actually give a S*!?. I'm interested though on how the ASDA products are judged across the country being from one supply.
Regards
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The produce is from the Deli counter i.e. the open containers that they fill for you. However, as you will see from George's picture, they also prepare it ready in containers at the side.
Yes, these were at the side in my store, also. The good news is that they've refunded me in full (?2 korma and ?1.50 Sweet potato dhansak). Next time I visit the store, I'll ask if the containers I had are filled from any large container they may have further along the counter, or whether there's a difference.
PS Isn't there anything anyone can do to get the forum software to accept the pound sign, rather than inserting a question mark? Sometimes I use the Forex letters GBP but it's not ideal.
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George, I am sorry they were not to your liking but, I really would like to see what you make of the Sag Aloo.
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I've not tried any of the supermarket curries for a long while, last one was about 6 years ago, one of those 'curry for 2' things in a bag from Asda. It was enough to put me off trying any more for a long time! Wasn't bothered enough to ask for a refund though, only a few quid down the pan!
The Mrs and me are partial to those chicken pakora's from the morrisons deli counter, they make a good snack as do the vegetable ones. Only a quid or so too :)