Hi Rich   I remember the vindaloo dip tip... infact I may just have a go at this later today.

Chewy, hello, C'est moi, Richard J Smith (although my real surname isn't actually Smith).

As you can see I do keep my eye on this forum (as well as the 'other' one)... some good posts.

Have made some YouTube videos if anyone interested (https://www.youtube.com/user/MistyRicardo/videos).  In the Chewy style of viewpoint... no body parts apart from hands.

Chewy... how long do you think this vindaloo sauce will last in the fridge for ?

Great video Littlechilie.  Have done some YouTube videos myself  in a similar vein.  Just out of interest, when you watched your video back, did you notice that it appears the curry is being stirred/scraped a little early than necessary (i.e. Appears on the video to need just a little more caramelisation), but when cooking it in reality you stirred/scraped at what seemed the right moment.

Also looking forward to a longer post from you Jerry.  First time 'proper' Balti for me... thanks for driving.  Also first time I've ever seen Mr Naga for ?2 a jar at one of the local shops. 

You said to me that the Adil was better the previous time you went, and I can believe that.  The balti was good on this occasion, but crying out for some Garam Masala type aromatics.

Fried..  Thanks for the info on frozen papaya.  I will keep a look out.

Fantastic story Rich,

Since getting back from Thailand, I've cooked Laab several times (love the stuff).... with pork or turkey mince, but I must source some more exotic meat. Think I saw a hedgehog in the bushes earlier.

Also have made Papaya Salad, and Pad Thai but that's another story.  Papaya salad is great but here in the UK, very expensive.  ?5.50 a kilo and that's from a wholesalers.  How many Baht does a medium sized one cost in Thailand ?

Damn you MadrasAndy.  How dare you post a photo like that when I've abstained from late night curries.  Just looking at it makes me sweat.

Good job Jerry. You are brave using an outside bbq in the cold weather.

I'm not averse to any ingredient in a BIR curry... I'm sure I can fit a banana in somewhere. ooh err.

You're very organised Jerry.  May I ask what the banana is for ?

Happy Bday from me also to you Loup and Gav