Topic: Powder or puree

[Vinda looo]

Ive noticed there is quite a bit of difference in some base sauces with regard to the use of powers or purees. Just wondering what you prefer and why.

[spicysarsy]

 Hi Vinda looo, I always prefer fresh garlic and ginger instead of powder as I find their taste and aroma is so predominant to the final taste of the base sauce. Powder substitutes I find very bland because the natural flavor has been zapped out of them. If no fresh is available I tend to use jars of either.

[Vinda looo]

Ive just bought some jars of Barts garlic and ginger paste are they any good

[spicysarsy]

I've never tried Barts myself Vinda looo, but I'm certain I've seen other members recipe threads who have. It certainly wont hurt to try, but be aware of the amount to use. [ Possibly 1 tablespoon }.

[Cory Ander]

Hi Vindaloo,

I'm not sure if you're only refering to garlic and ginger here are you Vindaloo? 

I think that most curry base recipes prescribe using pureed (usually fresh rather than bottled) garlic and ginger.  If you are only thinking of garlic and ginger, maybe check out the following threads:

http://www.curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=1192.0
http://www.curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=1412.0

Regards,