The joy of being home on a Saturday afternoon, the 15.00 Curry. The venue, the Curry House I visit most regularly – New Karahi Palace (51 – 53 Nelson Street, Glasgow, G5 8DZ). The premises are modest, four tables on the ground floor. When was I last upstairs in the Restaurant?
Rashid is back after his vacation to The Homeland – Hector will have
his Lamb Karahi cooked by one of his two favourite Glasgow Chefs. There is no need to describe the Customisations – what extras to put in, and what should never appear, understood. A single Chapati should be sufficient accompaniment.
Ayaz, Mein Host, verified that I would be The Lone Diner, the Jug of Water and Modest Salad were placed on the table. How long did it take Hector to mention India?
Ayaz’ description of Indian Curry – It’s gravy sauce. At the New Karahi Palace, the finest of Punjabi Cuisine is served. Soupy Curry is available on request.
Fresh Green Chillies
Just in case anyone thinks otherwise, the Topping is Long Green Chillies, sliced, an Extra Kick, to supplement the Green Chillies cooked into the Mash. The Mash, Heavenly. The Seasoning, the Oil, how I have missed this, yet I have deliberately not come running here since the return from India. There had to be time to savour the moment. The Tender Lamb on-the-bone, the Quantity felt Huge. The Buffet Conundrum: put out more Food, I eat less. How Hot was this Curry, as Hot as the Chapati. All but a morsel of the Chapati was eaten. A Love Supreme.
This was the sheer joy of having a Bespoke Curry prepared when Chef has the time to give it his all. Welcome back, Rashid.
The Bill
£8.70. I paid more for Curry in India.
The Aftermath
There was a brisk walk across the Squiggly Bridge. Look how much space lies between Kingston St. and the River Clyde. One day this Zone of Transition will be redeveloped, hopefully The Curry will survive.