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The discussion revolves around a user's struggle to achieve the characteristic aroma of takeaway-style vindaloo or phall curry, despite following various recipes. Community members suggest that stale spices may be the culprit and recommend sourcing fresher spices from local Asian supermarkets. They also emphasize the importance of cooking techniques, such as using a proper base gravy and ensuring the right cooking times, to replicate the desired aroma. Overall, the consensus is that fresh ingredients and proper methods are crucial for achieving the sought-after takeaway smell.

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Offline g.main

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cant get thar aroma smell
« on: December 08, 2012, 12:43 PM »
hi lads ive been trying for 2 years to try and get that aroma smell for a vindaloo or phall curry, but every time i finish the dish and put it into the container there is no smell it just tastes blend. ive followed the recipes exactley  but still no joy what iam i missing out to get that takeaway smell.
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Offline h4ppy-chris

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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #1 on: December 08, 2012, 12:51 PM »
what recipes are you following g.main
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #2 on: December 08, 2012, 12:52 PM »
forgot to say welcome to the forum.
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Re: cant get that aroma smell
« Reply #3 on: December 08, 2012, 01:26 PM »
Quote from: h4ppy-chris on December 08, 2012, 12:51 PM
what recipes are you following g.main
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #4 on: December 08, 2012, 01:31 PM »
Quote from: h4ppy-chris on December 08, 2012, 12:51 PM
what recipes are you following g.main
most recipes mate which is the best one. just dont know where iam going wrong.
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #5 on: December 08, 2012, 01:44 PM »
have you tryed this one https://curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=7727.0
and stuck to the method ?
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #6 on: December 08, 2012, 01:47 PM »
"No aroma" suggests very stale spices to me.
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #7 on: December 08, 2012, 03:05 PM »
Quote from: h4ppy-chris on December 08, 2012, 01:44 PM
have you tryed this one https://curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=7727.0
and stuck to the method ?
cheers mate will try it, also what is the best base gravy recipe ive seen alot dont know which one works best.
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Offline h4ppy-chris

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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #8 on: December 08, 2012, 03:36 PM »
Quote from: g.main on December 08, 2012, 03:05 PM
Quote from: h4ppy-chris on December 08, 2012, 01:44 PM
have you tryed this one https://curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=7727.0
and stuck to the method ?
cheers mate will try it, also what is the best base gravy recipe ive seen alot dont know which one works best.
there are lots of good ones on here but i would go with this one chewy's
https://curry-recipes.co.uk/curry/index.php?topic=5606.0
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Re: cant get thar aroma smell
« Reply #9 on: December 08, 2012, 03:48 PM »
We all have our preferences when it comes to base.  But Chewys is tried and tested and recommended.  As is Cory Anders.  The Zaal base is my prefered base.  Alternatively, you may want to try the Taz base.  For those new to BIR cooking there is less chance of ruining a good curry when using the Taz base.  Stephen Lindsay has adapted many of the recipes on here for use with the Taz base as the cooking method is different from the norm.  If you go with a conventional base, then watch Chewy Tikkas madras sauce/curry video so you're clear on the technique of "singeing" the spices and timings.  Technique and fresh ingredients are essential to producing a good curry.  And if you get it spot on, you'll have "that smell".  If you don't, you'll still have a curry that is far from bland  ;) And do check your spices for age as Phil says.  You won't even get out of the gate if your spices are naff.  Good luck and let us know how you get on :)
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