Curry
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Henry Minute wrote:
Verrrry interesting. I wonder if it is one of those invented dishes like the good old Chicken Tikka Masala.
My wife insists it's an east-Indian dish (which means north-east basically and thus also potentially of Pakistani origin)[^]
Regards, Nish
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My latest book : C++/CLI in Action / Amazon.com linkNishant Sivakumar wrote:
My wife insists it's an east-Indian dish (which means north-east basically and thus also potentially of Pakistani origin)[
It is a very common dish on the menus of UK 'Indian' Restaurants, and as most of them are run by either Pakistani or Bangladeshi folks, that would make sense.
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Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
My wife insists it's an east-Indian dish (which means north-east basically and thus also potentially of Pakistani origin)[
It is a very common dish on the menus of UK 'Indian' Restaurants, and as most of them are run by either Pakistani or Bangladeshi folks, that would make sense.
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
Henry Minute wrote:
It is a very common dish on the menus of UK 'Indian' Restaurants, and as most of them are run by either Pakistani or Bangladeshi folks, that would make sense.
I've heard form quite a few people (including Indians) than there are more authentic Indian restaurants in London than in India :-) They were probably being semi humorous there but there can be some truth in that. Unless you are in some really big city like Bombay or New Delhi, most Indian towns and cities only serve regional (local) food. Example, in Trivandrum you'd be hard pressed to find a place where you get a kabab or tikka or if you do it'll be a bastardized Kerala version of it. In London apparently most Indian restaurants serve food from all over the country. And unlike in the States, they also don't tone down the hotness-degree and spice levels.
Regards, Nish
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Henry Minute wrote:
It is a very common dish on the menus of UK 'Indian' Restaurants, and as most of them are run by either Pakistani or Bangladeshi folks, that would make sense.
I've heard form quite a few people (including Indians) than there are more authentic Indian restaurants in London than in India :-) They were probably being semi humorous there but there can be some truth in that. Unless you are in some really big city like Bombay or New Delhi, most Indian towns and cities only serve regional (local) food. Example, in Trivandrum you'd be hard pressed to find a place where you get a kabab or tikka or if you do it'll be a bastardized Kerala version of it. In London apparently most Indian restaurants serve food from all over the country. And unlike in the States, they also don't tone down the hotness-degree and spice levels.
Regards, Nish
Nish’s thoughts on MFC, C++/CLI and .NET (my blog)
My latest book : C++/CLI in Action / Amazon.com linkNishant Sivakumar wrote:
In London apparently most Indian restaurants serve food from all over the country.
One of my favourites Kiplings (North London)[^], take a look at the
Menuand judge for yourself.Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
And unlike in the States, they also don't tone down the hotness-degree and spice levels.
That is certainly true. In fact I believe that they invented a style called Phal or Faal (reportedly hotter than Vindaloo), to cater specifically for the average British Lager Lout, amongst whom it is a matter of honour to be able to cope with the hottest available. Personally I prefer spicy with mild to medium heat rather than hot. I find that excessive heat kills the taste buds.
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Interesting. I've never had it though.
Regards, Nish
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My latest book : C++/CLI in Action / Amazon.com linkYou're missing a treat. Jalfrezi is my all time favourite curry. :-D
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Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
In London apparently most Indian restaurants serve food from all over the country.
One of my favourites Kiplings (North London)[^], take a look at the
Menuand judge for yourself.Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
And unlike in the States, they also don't tone down the hotness-degree and spice levels.
That is certainly true. In fact I believe that they invented a style called Phal or Faal (reportedly hotter than Vindaloo), to cater specifically for the average British Lager Lout, amongst whom it is a matter of honour to be able to cope with the hottest available. Personally I prefer spicy with mild to medium heat rather than hot. I find that excessive heat kills the taste buds.
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
They did indeed. However, the Phal now has a much hotter cousin (also a UK invention). Say hi to the Bollywood Burner[^]. Jonathan Ross made the mistake of trying it on camera[^]... I've read the receipe and it includes whole habaneros stuffed with naga, so yes, it will be an eye-watering experience. :doh:
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They did indeed. However, the Phal now has a much hotter cousin (also a UK invention). Say hi to the Bollywood Burner[^]. Jonathan Ross made the mistake of trying it on camera[^]... I've read the receipe and it includes whole habaneros stuffed with naga, so yes, it will be an eye-watering experience. :doh:
Anna :rose: Having a bad bug day? Tech Blog | Anna's Place | Tears and Laughter "If mushy peas are the food of the devil, the stotty cake is the frisbee of God"
From his posts, I suspect that Mustafa (Worm Trainer Extraordinaire) would actually enjoy that. :)
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
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From his posts, I suspect that Mustafa (Worm Trainer Extraordinaire) would actually enjoy that. :)
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
I suspect El Corazon would too....:rolleyes: Personally I know from experience that nagas are evil little things (we've a jar of naga paste lurking - and I mean lurking - in the fridge...) so I tend to stick to habaneros and our home grown varieties[^] (Thai Sun and Numex Twilight) when we're cooking. :) Damn, all this talk of curry is giving me the munchies! :doh:
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I suspect El Corazon would too....:rolleyes: Personally I know from experience that nagas are evil little things (we've a jar of naga paste lurking - and I mean lurking - in the fridge...) so I tend to stick to habaneros and our home grown varieties[^] (Thai Sun and Numex Twilight) when we're cooking. :) Damn, all this talk of curry is giving me the munchies! :doh:
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Anna-Jayne Metcalfe wrote:
I suspect El Corazon would too....
I'm not so sure, I heard he has calmed down a lot lately. Clickety[^]
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
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Anna-Jayne Metcalfe wrote:
I suspect El Corazon would too....
I'm not so sure, I heard he has calmed down a lot lately. Clickety[^]
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
I suspect that's a different El Corazon... :-\
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Just done orgasmic jalfrees.
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Henry Minute wrote:
Verrrry interesting. I wonder if it is one of those invented dishes like the good old Chicken Tikka Masala.
My wife insists it's an east-Indian dish (which means north-east basically and thus also potentially of Pakistani origin)[^]
Regards, Nish
Nish’s thoughts on MFC, C++/CLI and .NET (my blog)
My latest book : C++/CLI in Action / Amazon.com linkNishant Sivakumar wrote:
which means north-east basically and thus also potentially of Pakistani origin
Erm, Pakistan is to the west of India.
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Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
In London apparently most Indian restaurants serve food from all over the country.
One of my favourites Kiplings (North London)[^], take a look at the
Menuand judge for yourself.Nishant Sivakumar wrote:
And unlike in the States, they also don't tone down the hotness-degree and spice levels.
That is certainly true. In fact I believe that they invented a style called Phal or Faal (reportedly hotter than Vindaloo), to cater specifically for the average British Lager Lout, amongst whom it is a matter of honour to be able to cope with the hottest available. Personally I prefer spicy with mild to medium heat rather than hot. I find that excessive heat kills the taste buds.
Henry Minute Do not read medical books! You could die of a misprint. - Mark Twain Girl: (staring) "Why do you need an icy cucumber?" “I want to report a fraud. The government is lying to us all.”
