Hector is always pleased to any enter any (sensible) dialogue regarding Curry and/or Curry-Heute. It was pleasing when Bill contacted Hector a few weeks back and after some walks down the memory lane of Glasgow Curry, suggested we meet – for Curry. He was particularly keen to sample the White Karahi as originally created by Waris at Lasani Grill (223-225 Allison street, Glasgow, G42 8RU). Waris is now at the Desi – Curry Palace along the street.
It was fitting therefore that Hector dropped in to see Waris at Desi – Curry Palace en route to Lasani Grill. The makeshift bench and table have gone, it is therefore not currently possible to eat on the premises, so Takeaways only. This does not suit the Hector who lives on the other side of the River Clyde. There is a small Cafe through the wall, could they not come to an arrangement? As Don Rickles (Sgt. Crapgame) said in Kelly’s Heroes – Do a Deal!
Entering just before the agreed 15.00, Hector greeted Saeed and took the opperchancity to photography the ready-Curry.
Here’s Bill!
It’s amazing how people are able to recognise the Hector, just how many photos have been posted in the last five years? Bill also recognised other people appearing in Curry-Heute, but more on that at a later time. The order for the White Karahi was phoned in yesterday. There was an assumption that Khalid would be The Chef for this Dish, no sign of Khalid today.
It was Saeed who brought the always Impressive Salad, Roti were the accompaniment. Bill explained the difference between (Hector’s preferred) Chapattis and Roti, it’s the Flour. The Crisping in Roti that makes me choose Chapattis is apparently down to getting the ratio of Wholemeal Flour to (?) wrong. Perhaps Hector needs to go on a Baking Course?
The Karahi was ready moments after our 15.00 arrival. It wasn’t The White.
One Kilo of Karahi Gosht was set before us. We tore in, however, the Redness of the Oil was the giveaway. Chef Habib came out to check on our level of enjoyment. Bill congratulated him on the quality of the Karahi, presumably he had cooked as he had be instructed. A bit late now to point out the obvious. Where was Khalid?
Served on-the-bone, the Lamb was suitably Tender, the Masala the Thick Mash that is expected when Quality Karahi is served. The Seasoning was Brave, Bill agreed that Salt in Curry is an absolute necessity, else – Bland – is the result. This was markedly different from the Karahi Gosht as prepared by Habib on my last visit, the distinctive Yadgar flavour was not there. Interesting.
The Bill
£28.90. Who is Bill?
The Aftermath
There was only one thing for it, take Bill to meet Waris.
Waris has agreed to cook his White Karahi for us soon. Now, where to eat it?