these are very good replies, thank you very much Phill & Rob

now i have a follow up question.

what is the secret or  your technique to getting the oil to separate?

Hey thank you, i dont know how i didnt see that search button before.

Its not been much help,  the threads on this subject are pages and pages of arguments, its awful.

The information i found suggests that its down to my own taste, now thats fine, but i dont have a taste yet.
i just need to know why the oil didnt separate and what can i do about it? cook it more or use it as it is?

Hey all, i just joined the site.

ive looked for advice, but cant seem to find an answer, i dont even see a search function for this forum. where is it?

I've tried to create Saffron curry base twice, but i cant seem to get the oil to separate.
i followed the instructions. should i just continue to cook it long past the 30 mins it says until the oil separates?

thanks for any advice