It is hard to believe that it is a year since Hector last set foot in The Kashmir Restaurant (27 Morley St, Bradford BD7 1AG England). Last October I enjoyed a wonderful Kofta Anda with added Herbs. Having had Kofta yesterday at the nearby Karachi Restaurant, this morning it was back to the much loved Fish Karahi (£7.20).
Mein Host, whose name may be buried in the depths of Curry-Heute, came over to shake my hand as I took my seat. I told him we would be one more. The Poppadoms, for two, Salad and Raita were on the table before John informed me that he would be arriving at 11.30.
On his arrival, John announced that he would be having a Starter only, something to do with having Curry for breakfast … the leftovers of his Mutton Methie at Sheesh Mahal last night. John chose Mix Kebab (£3.50). I confirmed – Chapattis – as my inclusive accompaniment.
I took half a Poppadom, else there would have been a ridiculous waste. To think what many venues charge for Poppadoms, here they simply arrive.
Fish Karahi
I have had this often, so know exactly what to expect, the volume of Fish defies belief. The Fish had been broken up but one could still see the outline shape of the pieces from which they had originated. This was far from – flaky pulp.
The Oily Masala was no more than was required. A Herb had been stirred in, pieces of Tomato cooked through. This was moist enough for the Hector palate to cope with so early in the day.
The Seasoning was not there, as with last night at Sheesh Mahal, I was concluding that the taste-buds might be in hibernation, then there was a breakthrough. The Flavours started to emerge, then kept on coming. Here was a Fish Karahi! The taste-buds had been awoken, that which makes a Fish Curry potentially better than everything else, was finally being appreciated.
I used no more than one and a half Chapattis of the three provided, none went to waste. Finally, I appreciated exactly why I was here, this was excellent.
Mix Kebab
What a plateful! Chicken Seekh Kebab and Lamb Seekh Kebab were present along with a single piece of Chicken Tikka. The Pakora, both Fish and Chicken, appeared to have been freshly made. To top all this, a Chapli Kebab! I tend to be here for Breakfast, perhaps I should come later in the day/night and remember to order this.
John enthused about the Mix Kebab, a voyage of discovery, different Textures and Flavours. He also made good use of the surplus Chapattis.
A perfect starter – declared John – fish as good as I’ve had. Amazing value, outstanding.
The Bill
£10.75 Amazing value indeed. The Menu has not changed since 2017.
The Aftermath
Leeds today, there will be another Curry this evening, but most certainly not there. One cannot be in Bradford and not take full advantage.