Category Archives: Home Cooked

Hector had a huge Cauliflower which was in danger of going past its best. Having not cooked anything for a while, it was decreed time to try Aloo Gobi. The recipe is that published in – Cook with Nabeela. Mushy … Continue reading →

A few weeks backs at House of Sher, I purchased 500g of Chapli Kebab mix, effectively Spiced Keema. It was a matter of when to make them, and Hector not living by Chapli alone. Vegetable Pakora felt like a worthy … Continue reading →

Craig and Lesley’s invitation for dinner in Helensburgh, with Hector cooking of course, has effectively been in place, for years. We all know why it has taken so long to fix the date. Usually when one receives a dinner invitation, … Continue reading →

A night in Carnoustie en route home, all part of the ritual of xmas in Aberdoom. Can you cook for eight? – another part of the ritual. That Mags and Dr. Alasdair need a break, having entertained their hordes, is … Continue reading →

At the end of August, Hector’s attempt at Karahi Gosht with a Tomato-based Masala was declared a success. The Curry-Heute Test, could this be repeated? The ingredients and a step by step, pictorial methodology, are given – here. The Recipe … Continue reading →

For years, Hector has been celebrating the wonder that is the Tomato-based Masala, an integral part of authentic Punjabi Karahi. The method has been hinted at by Chefs, previous attempts have fallen short. Creating the rich texture and killer taste … Continue reading →

Please bring a dish – was the request received late on Tuesday night, the event, Julia’s Scottish wedding reception. Hector has been taking Curry to Carnoustie whenever invited to stay over with Dr. Alasdair and Margie, mother of Julia. Curry … Continue reading →

How is this possible? Simple answer – it isn’t – I may have massaged the reality. Thirty minutes? More like thirty days. My favourite Curry Cafes can turn one out the authentic Curry one seeks in some forty odd minutes, … Continue reading →