Topic: SnS's Base Gravy June 2008

[joshallen2k]

Am I correct? I thought somewhere you made a "curry powder" with cardamom powder and asoefitida in it.

Maybe I'm i'm thinking of some other post...

[Cory Ander]

Yes, you're correct Josh.

One is the link you supplied, the other was when we were working on the "cr0 curry base development"....I'm not sure where that one went to, but I'm sure I can dig it out, if anyone is interested.

Personally, I'd suggest that Tessad just uses some other decent commercial curry powder (madras hot, if they wish).

[Cory Ander]

The other one is here:  http://www.curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=4065.msg36792#msg36792

[tessad]

That's great thanks.  I didn't realise it was just curry powder!  Have everything ready now so tonight's the night!

[tessad]

Well my first attempt went quite well.  I think the base was pretty good.

I had a few problems when making the madras - I think it was a bit more liquidy than it should have been and the oil started to separate when I served it on the plates.  I suspect this is because I didn't heat it up correctly when adding the base/water for making the madras.  Will try again next week.

Also, sorry if this is a stupid question, but is this base only for making the madras or can I use it to make other curries too?

Thanks.  Very delighted to have found this site - my previous efforts have been v poor indeed!

[PaulP]

Hi Tessad,

This base is pretty flexible but if you want to make a really mild dish I would leave the chilli powder out of the base. It's easy enough to add heat at the final cooking stage.

Paul.

[nai]

Arghh, I've just read and made notes from all 46 pages of the 'saffron' thread and now I come across this    Ah well, here's to the next 26 pages! 

[Secret Santa]

Get used to it nai...there's an awful lot of bases and curries to contend with on this site! I don't envy you having to try to choose one of the many to start with.

[nai]

Wise advice, SS. I've also learnt (through years of participating in forums) that a curmudgeon's reputation for malevolence is entirely undeserved...your input has been very much appreciated.   ;D

You guys are great!! Just what I've been searching for. Congratulations to all of you 

[nai]

Regards msg: I've been a big fan for years; I add it to most of my food. I purchase Lotus's 100mg from Appna, (Indian Grocers) Dewsbury. Magic!!! I must admit, I tend to overuse msg because it gives me the most vivid dreams (I add it to bedtime drinks and find it to be the most invigorating tonic).  Enjoy!!!  ;D