Topic: Who believes there is a secret ingredient to the curry base?

[brum_57]

if you look very closely in the video I posted, the chef does in fact use two pans - a black iron fry pan and an aluminium pan the iron pan is the one he whacks with his spoon (ding!)

Kev.

[Cory Ander]

Yep, you're right there Kev 

[Secret Santa]

the iron pan is the one he whacks with his spoon (ding!)

If you've got a really good eye like me  you'll see that his black iron pan is in fact a well used aluminium/stainless steel pan. You can see the silver colour on the handle and most of the inside of the pan, apart rom the upper sides.

I might just do that forensic sound thingy later too, when I get the time!

[chipfryer]

If there is a secret ingredient?

OK then..................

If you cannot say what Indian spice or herb it is? What do you think it is from your experience in cooking? What DOES it taste or smell like?

Often the most elusive thing is right under your nose. Literally.
Best.

[brum_57]

I dont think there's any secret ingredient in the base sauce itself - in the final dish well maybe thats another story (or thread) I think it's all down to technique to be honest although i'm quite willing to be proven wrong

Kev.

[chipfryer]

I know we all smell different things that's us. For me the aroma is in only a few dishes, not many in fact since I found out about base sauce elude me.

What I find totally annoying is that what I smell in my Vindaloo for example smells very familiar yet only 2 or 3 ingredients match what I smell and they are not Indian spices!  ;D All very odd. Not feeling too prime today (Cold I think?)

Be back tomorrow and I hope I've stirred some interest in this because I've read so much about secrets.

One thing I do want to add is that over here at least in the states the Indian Restaurant had better adapt a little. Folks like to know what is in their food and have names that are understood on a menu.

To spread the word here another change is needed I feel.
Best.

(Thanks Kev)

I dont think there's any secret ingredient in the base sauce itself - in the final dish well maybe thats another story (or thread) I think it's all down to technique to be honest although i'm quite willing to be proven wrong
Kev.

[chipfryer]

Ok this is getting annoying now.  :

I warmed up a Broccoli soup this morning. The aroma from the Microwave was obviously my Indian from my takeaway. It's gotten stuck in the machines filters and I sit by it when its on hahahahaha.

I don't believe whatever causes this aroma is in my spice cabinet. I've been a bit unethical and tried nearly everything because it just has to be so simple to my thinking.

At least now I have base sauce. This went a long way to retrieving my self esteem in as much as I can now cook a decent meal. However I just keep moving on with it. I think heat does play a part but having had a few flamers now think that it just cannot be heat or a seasoned pan alone. There is something definitely missing from my food. 

The other day I dropped Tomato Ketchup in one test and Brown sauce in another. Both had pleasing results and were extremely close to the aroma. Downside = SWEET. Way too sweet when mixed with the final sauce. Malt Vinegar might be worth a shot I suppose?

The spilling out random thoughts.

Anyone?

[Bangra]

i don't think there is a secret ingredient .I have Several BIR takeaways near me one is excellent one is pretty good and the others are poor.

   Then again I could say the same about fish & chip shops ,pizza takeaways etc
I think its the cooking process ,Minimal spices and not too complicated preparation
Its all about making money so these chaps will want to do it as easily as possible ?

[chipfryer]

Hi Bangra thanks.

You could be right. It's only 9:31 AM here and it smells like an indian restaurant again LOL  ;D

I've just tried something oh so simple it does my head in to think. Let you know.
Yup your right. The amount it varies is frightening. Florida served up bottled sauce over their meat. 

Best.

i don't think there is a secret ingredient .I have Several BIR takeaways near me one is excellent one is pretty good and the others are poor.

   Then again I could say the same about fish & chip shops ,pizza takeaways etc
I think its the cooking process ,Minimal spices and not too complicated preparation
Its all about making money so these chaps will want to do it as easily as possible ?

[Cory Ander]

I think its the cooking process ,Minimal spices and not too complicated preparation

Hi Bangra,

Are you able to elaborate on what you mean by "its the cooking process" please
Bangra?