In two days or so, Kenny’s life is about to change forever, there had to be a Curry-Heute whilst he can. Dr. Stan was invited to join Kenny and The Hector at Yadgar Kebab House (148 Calder St., Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7QP) for a Last Supper. We were here – to be fed.
As ever, the order was texted days in advance and confirmed within moments. In our December Feeding Frenzy, Hector forgot to add the crucial suffix – Achari – to the order, no such mistake this time. Dr. Stan has experienced the delight that is Yadgar Lamb Chops Achari, this would be a first for Kenny. A request was also made for some of Yadgar’s Finest Scottish Haddock to Start.
Arriving moments after the arranged 18.30, the table at the window had plates and cutlery already placed, the house way of telling others – Reserved. However, we had a new Young Waiter this evening so he challenged us as we took our seats. This was Sunni, who quickly brought the usual Poppadoms, Spiced Onions and Dips having confirmed that the rest of the Food was ordered already. Kenny likes his Spiced Onions, fortunately he enjoys a Curry too.
Omar, who has been waiting on tables in recent visits, has been promoted (?) to assisting Naveed behind the counter. We had to squeeze our way through the assembled throng at the doorway, the Teatime Takeaway Trade continued without let up throughout our stay, Yadgar was busy this Wednesday.
Just as we were sharing the last splinters of Poppadom, so the healthy Olive Salad arrived, Tasty, especially with what would arrive shortly.
Mr. Anwar Sr. stopped at our table and greeted us. Kenny was keen to tell him, and everyone else, that he is days away from becoming a – Daddy. (Kenny will never reach Retirement Age.) Hector managed to mention a looming trip to India. Mr Anwar chatted for ages, Education, Poverty, Opportunity, and Food were all covered. During this period, Sunni brought three Large Haddock on foil, Gosh! Hector took one piece and passed the plate to the left. Dr. Stan removed the next lovely piece of Spiced Haddock and passed the plate across the table to Kenny who was still in full flow. Kenny maintained the show of manners and continued the thrust of the conversation with Mr. Anwar. Dr. Stan and Hector were not letting the Fish get cold.
The Haddock was – Stunning! Baked and Grilled was one theory. The skin was partially black, the top – Crispy, a modest Kick leaving Spice on the lips. Superb – remarked Kenny when he was finally let loose. It was. There is the risk of over-filing on Starters but this was Light and Flavoursome, not to be missed.
With the kitchen busy there was little fear of The Mains following on too soon. We were sitting in a relaxed mode when Shkoor, Mein Host, appeared. He enquired as to our status.
We have finished Phase #1 – I informed him. I suggested we were still content to wait another five minutes before The Mains.
It was nearer ten minutes later when the Karahi, piled high with Lamb Chops, was presented. Three Chapattis accompanied, this should be enough. We have learned that this Quantity of Meat is best tackled with the Minimum of Carbs. Our seating arrangement this evening meant that all of The Goodies were placed before The Hector, it was again up to me to get things going.
Four Lamb Chops felt like an honourable number to start with. Some of the Masala-mash was scooped from the base of the Karahi, here lies the Mother-load of the Flavour. The Karahi was again passed to the left. By the time Kenny had taken a share we had made a Dent, there remained a Substantial amount of Food.
There are Lamb Chops and there are Lamb Chops. Those who indulge in this Wonderful Source of Pleasure will know how Small and Thinly Cut they can be presented, and also how much some Venues charge for three or four scrawny Chops. These were Substantial, Thick Cut and oh so Tender. The simplicity with which the Lamb came off the bone was remarked upon by both Kenny and Dr. Stan. Kenny started with a knife and fork then abandoned these useless eating irons. The Chapatti acted either as a means of holding the Hot Bone, or dipping and scooping the Wonderful Masala. I had not revealed that we were having Achari this evening, there was no disguising this now. The Lime Pickle added a further dimension to the traditional Yadgar Taste, this was Lamb Chops Karahi taken to the extreme.
Dr. Stan was – Aah-ing and grunting in addition to his usual – Mmmm-ing.
A lovely balance of sweet and sour – was Kenny’s contribution, then he hit us with the title of this Blog – Wednesday with Sunni and Shkoor.
Shkoor brought a bowl for the Debris, the Karahi was passed around for the second time, two Chops this time.
We don’t like you – was The Hector’s address to Shkoor. You could have this every day.
I have previously referred to – Heart Attack on a Plate – Shkoor’s response was to admit that nobody would be healthy eating this amount of Red Meat every day. Ooops. Whilst Hector loves his Lamb, Curryspondent Derek has pointed out the frequency with which Lamb and Lamb Chops feature in this Blog. After Bradford two weekends ago I was dreaming of Macaroni Cheese, a photo was posted. I could have posted a photo of the Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Dish also cooked by my own hand the following day, very healthy. Unless a Chef cooks me something outstanding in Fish, this Blog is going to be about Lamb, though one should note that the Vegetable Curry served at Yadgar has been consumed whenever it has been available. Yadgar’s Vegetable Curry is Excellent. A trip to Sheffield follows this Blog entry, The Company will expect The Hector to lead them to Curry, Lamb Curry. The Ladies may have Chicken, as they do. Who knows what will feature should the trip to India come off at the end of this month?
The base of the Karahi had the final three Lamb Chops and the remaining Masala. In all, around twenty one Chops had been presented, not OTT, seven each. Hector sat down to twice this Quantity one 2013 afternoon on these premises whilst dining alone, I hadn’t asked for that Quantity, it simply arrived. Tonight we were sated without being stuffed. Despite the above comment, one could not eat this every day.
The Bill
There wasn’t one as such. Cash was assembled and presented to Shkoor at the counter.
Is this enough?
More than enough.
Being fed – traditionally costs £15.00 per head. Honour was maintained.
The Aftermath
Kenny had to tell Shkoor his news. India was again mentioned.
You won’t like the food – Shkoor has been telling me since the India Trip was first mooted.
It will not all be about Lamb, indeed, will Hector and Marg eat any Meat?