Staggs (Musselburgh) on a Friday? The Locals were well confused. Hector is home, the added coverage of Paris concluded for another year. Exploration and Experimentation is over for another month, or is it? Watch this space.
Mags decided to conclude her day with Curry. As ever post Staggs, it was the Karahi Palace (51 – 53 Nelson Street, Tradeston, Glasgow, G5 8DZ) which provided – The Fayre.
All tables bar one were occupied in the downstairs eating area. Ayaz, Mein Host, was still Chef this evening. Qaiser came out to take the Order, as if it was going to vary: Aloo Gosht (£6.90) for Mags, Karahi Gosht (£7.90) for Hector, Chapattis (£0.70) to accompany.
The Modest Salad and Raita were provided, Nibbles. I could hear the scraping sounds behind me, Hector’s bespoke Karahi being prepared, extra Methi, Seasoning pitched correctly.
Hot plates heralded the arrival of the food, no plate for Hector, eating directly from the Karahi is the norm.
The Chapattis looked to be a bit thinner this evening, still, they would do their job. The food was served piping hot, no Gazpacho served at Karahi Palace.
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Aloo Gosht
Lamb and Potatoes served in a Shorva, topped with Fresh Coriander, Mags’ favourite Aloo Gosht. For her, Karahi Palace can do no wrong, this venue remains her yardstick.
It’s hot (Spicy), not Hector Curry hot, and not as hot as Manchester (delhi2go).
Lots of Coriander as well, I like the Coriander, the stems are lovely.
No Takeaway for Mags tonight, she devoured the lot.
Karahi Gosht
Oh the joy. The same dish served at Yadgar is so different, a treat. This is the raw version of Karahi with its own distinctive flavours. Topped with Fresh Coriander and Ginger Strips, the Lamb on-the-bone sat in the Minimal Masala Mash. Too hot to touch initially, patience was required. Time to dip the Chapatti, – Wow! Glasgow Curry.
The presence of a whole Green Chilli was a warning. This Karahi was Spicy, seriously Spicy. Ayaz had not held back.
Sucky Bones, ribs, and who knows what else, Lamb on-the-bone gives so much more. Ooops, I dropped a bone, but trapped it with my chest as any – Number 5 – would have been proud of. A challenge for Marg later.
This Curry was Magnificent, as good as it gets. Perhaps when the planned renovations are complete, the good people of Glasgow will flock here?
The Bill
£16.00. Rounded down to the nearest £.
The Aftermath
As I waited for Marg and my lift home at The Laurieston, I posted a photo for this evening’s Curry. A response was almost immediate. Apparently I’m taking two young ladies for Curry tomorrow.