Lunchtime in Bradford, the go to venue for many years remains The Kashmir Restaurant (27 Morley St, Bradford BD7 1AG England). The central location, and reliably early opening time, are two fundamental attractions, of course, it’s all about the Curry.
Last month’s disappointing Meat Ball Spinach at nearby Karachi put me in the mood to try this at Kashmir, there was not Kofta (£7.90) today. The Keema Spinach Masala (£7.50) was the fallback, Chapattis included.
Marg and Hector arrived at 12.30, the waiter whose name I may have known once, was in his usual spot. The greetings were warm and sincere. Marg would have her usual snack – Samosa – (£0.90), two portions actually. Marg asked for one meat, one vegetable, but was told that only Meat Samosas were available. Marg also asked for Salad, even though a modest Salad and Raita always arrive.
No sooner had the jug of tap water and Salad/Raita been presented, when the Order arrived. This was – Curry in a hurry – however, there was no need to panic, the food was no doubt ready, only the Chapattis had to be cooked.
Samosa
More raw Onion, Tomato and Cucumber were presented with four small Samosas. This was quite a plateful. Marg would also help herself to one of the three Chapattis, the lady knows how to snack.
I’ve never eaten so many raw onions – remarked Marg as she ate. This was more a reference to times past than this particular meal.
Small compact parcels of pastry with potato and meat filling, an enjoyable snack to go with my salad.
Marg made no reference to the Chapatti which she appeared to be enjoying also.
Three Chapattis, today I would mange two, between us we left but a scrap. We’re getting there.
Keema Spinach Masala
Dry Curry is what Hector holds in the highest regard, this was – desert dry – in terms of appearance, but had sufficient moisture to to allay any fears regarding its edibility.
Pieces of Tomato and Herbs were visible in the mass, there was no Oil residue forming on the edge or base of the plate. One likes to think this makes a Curry the – healthy option.
A sufficiency of Spinach was present, enough, not an excess. When I seek a Curry with Spinach, this is what I hope to receive, not a mass of Green Mush. This was – as I like it.
Earthy – said Marg, who was already sampling my Curry.
Satisfying – was my response.
The Spice Level was not demanding, the Seasoning was again – as I like it. I ate slowly, savouring the moment. With Kofta I would have had an accompanying Masala, this Curry was entirely different. Whatever it is that triggers my desire for Spinach in a Curry, the mission was accomplished.
The Bill
£9.50 Still cash only, presently.
The Aftermath
As I ate, I remarked that I have not eaten upstairs in the main restaurant for some twenty years, probably more. I was keen to establish how late they stay open. From five until midnight – I was told. So not into the wee, small hours as my favoured late night venues then.