Behold The Curry
In the past couple of weeks the Hector Palate has enjoyed some wonderful food. The Taste of Morocco, the search for Quality Curry in Paris, a new venue in Crawley, always in the back of Hector’s mind was the return home – to Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St., Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP).
Shkoor, Mein Host, acknowledged the Hector order for a portion of Goshat Karahi a couple of days ago. Last night Stewart asked the simple question – When are we going for a Curry? A quick text updated the order.
We entered Yadgar moments before the arranged 15.00 Feeding Frenzy. The Customary Poppadoms and Spiced Onion were set before us. One never knows what may come thereafter. Sometimes the Stunning Baked Fish Starter is asked for, usually something Extra comes. Today it was the Patties. One was Potato based, the other we worked out as Chickpea/Lentil. With the Salad and Dips the array of Tasty Starters was filling. There had been no Breakfast, one should eat nothing before a visit to Yadgar.
Fortunately there was a gap between the Prologue and the Main Act. Shkoor was busy at the counter, but still found time to extend the customary welcome. Naveed had a day off? Mr. Anwar Sr. enquired about my recent trip to Morocco. I have learned a simple lesson, do not go to Casablanca during Ramadan.
One Kilo of Goshat Karahi
Yours will be out in a minute – I said to Stewart as we cleared away the plates from the First Feed. Two Generous Portions were taken from the Karahi, there was still a lot left. The Lamb was covered in the Yadgar Thick Masala, this is the Curry style Hector seeks wherever his travels take him. There is no finer example of this style of Cuisine than is served at Yadgar. This did not stop me baiting Shkoor – Do you know that an identical Curry is available round the corner?
Ever the Diplomat he knew where I was coming from – Original is best. Well, of course!
Stewart and Hector sat and ate in companionable silence. Nothing really had to be said about the Depth of Flavour. We did both react to the Spice Level. Copious slices of Green Chillies had been included in the Toppings. This was not for the feint of heart. This Curry had a Serious Kick!
As we approached the End Game Hector had to admit defeat. Fortunately Stewart was up for the added challenge. A third Chapatti was ordered so that the base of the Karahi could be wiped clean. Justice was done. Truly Immense Curry.
The Bill
There was one. It was most favourable.
The Aftermath
It is Sunday – The Bad Boys’ Club was out in force. The Allison Arms has sold International Bier for years, it appears the customers are also coming from distant lands to consume them.