Topic: Question about "The taste" or "the smell".

[Mark J]

For me the benefit of leaving a curry that you have made to eat later is that it gives your senses a chance to freshen up.  When you have been standing over curry's and spices frying for a while I find that I become used to it, almost desensitised to the smell and aromas.  I'm sure this makes as much difference as any gain in flavour from it sitting there over night.

Same for me, I get a bit spiced out!

[Woks Up]

I agree ashes.  I still can't quite get that taste, aroma yes, but that finished BIR taste no.  But, I still think there isn't a 'secret' ingredient; just technique, the right equipment, and perhaps the base.  But on the latter, BIRs use lots of different base recipes and still achieve what we all seek. 

....but...CP!!!  You claim to be "in the business"!  Try using sawdust with the "right technique" (including the right equipment) and see how far that gets you!!  :

...clearly, getting the taste...and smell....and appearance (for that matter) is all about the correct combination of ingredients AND technique (including, therefore, equipment)!  To suggest otherwise is clearly illogical!.....IMHO of course! 

[Chilli Prawn]

I don't claim, I am in the business and have been for the past four years, and have been cooking and learning about curries for probably nigh on 40 years.  But do remember I amd not a BIR and don't claim to be.  My approach, methods etc are different.  I think your response is out of step with the light hearted approach I have, so I would not be so stupid enought stir fry sawdust. :-X

I have never stated that one particular process/method/spice is the answer, and I think the seasoned guys and gals on here have exhausted these topics.  What I am trying to say across several threads if you look, is that it is no good getting the excat ingredients if you don't know how to cook and what techniques are required, similarly you can be a very good cook and can not cook curries to save your life!  You must also know what ingredients will or will not work with eachother.  This is quite a complex thing we are dealing with, and experience and practise play a big part.  As I have replied to CK on another thread, I still have to get my mind around the simple objective, which is to replicate a BIR in every good and bad way including using dodgy ingredients.  So don't lets get hung up on these things.  That is why I asked for a hints 7 tips section so we can put the refined answers in one place and not have to make excuses etc when we cock-up on different threads.

So if you want to shout or rant at me forget it, I can spend my time better teaching people who want to learn, and I shall leave this Forum.

CP

[Woks Up]

Awww.....don't get all upset and defensive CP!  

I was simply using an extreme example to illustrate my point and counteract an argument that has been frequently expressed here (not necessarily by you)! 

I'm sure you can understand and accept that?

I'm also sure that your inputs and comments are highly valued by all members here 

Kind regards, 

[DARTHPHALL]

I value Cp's Input greatly & so do many on this forum, he has injected some fresh debate & new ideas & of course has given a good excuse to use the word "ANAL"! 
Woks up go to your room  ;D ;D Lol.

[Chilli Prawn]

OK guys, rant over, and thanks for the apology WoksUp.  Toys are back in the pram.

CP  ;D

[DARTHPHALL]

These aren't "Anal"! toys are they ? 
Sorry in advance but I'm in a silly mood tonight (Again)  ;D

[Chilli Prawn]

Stop giving away my secrets Darth.  They are supposed to be confidential between Master and his Apprentice,  I was going to use some dark humour here but I forget that ladies are present.

Byeeeee, off to the Pub to gear up for a blazing curry session later.
CP

[laynebritton]

CP
Please do not l

So if you want to shout or rant at me forget it, I can spend my time better teaching people who want to learn, and I shall leave this Forum.

CP

CP,
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE THIS FORUM

All I can say is I for one really appreciate your Positive input into this site your comments are very informative in depth and sensible plus the fact you are only to happy to help and advise others with great tips too I might add.

This Website would definitely Lose a POSITIVE Asset if you left.

There's a lot of Bitchy-ness in the rank's lately WHY and what's the point Phew !
Layne 

[CurryCanuck]

There is an absolute wealth of information on this forum that has been created by both the foundling curry fathers ( and mothers )  and the " next wave " . The ground work that was laid by these industrious souls helped to lay the foundation for the rest of us to build upon . Individuals such as C P have succeeded in both augmenting and strengthening this foundation through informative and knowledgeable posts .

CC