In the early days of Curry-Heute, Lahori Hajweri (3a Schillerstrasse, München) was visited three times and earned a place on Hector’s Recommended Curry Houses. Unbelievably seven years have passed, a return visit was decidedly overdue. In the interim, the #1 Curry Venue has been Indian Mango, whilst I have tried other venues when this has been closed.
Lahori Hajweri was the Weisbierkeller once upon a time. The first transformation saw it become Indien Express which lasted a few months before assuming its present moniker. With Menus piled up at the door and canned music playing, they do their best to entice visitors downstairs.
Two booths and one table were occupied when I entered @12.30. The Lunchtime Buffet was at the door, too much Chicken Curry for Hector’s liking. I was shown to a booth and the Menu was brought. Having studied the photos upstairs I had already decided upon Lahori Karahi Gosht (€10.90). I verified this included Rice and asked for – Kein Paprika. The Menu did not feature Rice or Bread so maybe both are available on request. Sparkling Water was available at €4.90 for 750ml or €3.50 for 500ml. I asked for the large bottle but received the smaller.
The music continued relentlessly throughout my visit, some Chap singing an endless series of dirges. Better this perhaps than the Bollywood nonsense that some venues play.
The Waiter brought a small Karahi and a large plate of Basmati. He put almost half of the Rice onto my plate, effectively filling it in the process. What was going to be done with the rest? I decanted the Meat and Masala, only five pieces of Meat. Eventually I found a sixth piece, this was not a lot of Curry.
The Onion-rich Masala was as Thick as a Masala can be. The Spice and Seasoning were at a good level, Ginger Strips were aplenty. This was a very Flavoursome Curry, quite distinctive too. The Meat was eaten carefully, very Tender Lamb, this Curry needed more Meat or an accompanying Vegetable. Still, this was way above the average German Curry.
The Menu also had an extensive Fish range, including Fish Keema Karahi (€8.90). This will have to be explored, next month perhaps.
The Bill
€14.40. (£12.74) An OK price, however the portion was small.
The Aftermath
A complimentary glass of Indian Tea was brought with Sugar thankfully on the side. Tasty.
I gave the Waiter the Calling Card and showed him the Curry-Heute Website. The Card went to the kitchen and was then placed on the table of the booth behind me. On the train to Bamberg I received a Friend Request from the Manager.
I’ll see you soon.
