Balbir Singh Goa Vindaloo spice blend

[Ghoulie]

Phil - just reread your 1st 'disappointed' post & see your comment about adding 'raw spices' to water rather than oil.
The whole point of Balbir Singh spice blends is that they are ready to use - they are already pre-roasted & ground. I asked them waaay back if there was any point in roasting their blends before use & they replied - all the hard work re spice flavour enhancement already done

[Peripatetic Phil]

Ah, didn't know that.  It does not explain why I did not enjoy the final dish, but at least it explains (and justifies) the methodology.  Thank you.
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** Phil.