Homemade Curry

mjk_2

Thanks for all replies so far - looks like whole spices is definitely the way to go. Roughly how long do they keep for? I'm trying to work out what quantities to buy.

Also, after I've heated and ground what I need, can I store the ground spices at all, or do I really need to use them that day? E.g. if I want to make some garam masala can I make a batch and store it?

Finally, if I can't find a handy Indiam supermarket, is there any online seller that anyone can recommend?

Sorry for all the questions, but I've never managed to make an authentic tasting curry and I love 'em so we spend too much on takeaways!!

Thanks again for all your help. Just going to browse Curryqueen's recipes now...

Rave

Lots of my local corner shops/ convenience stores sell big, cheap bags of spices. You might not even need to go to an Indian supermarket.

larmy16

I find it difficult to get black mustard seeds. Sainsburys dont seem to do them, (only white which are ok) or Morrisons, or Waitrose. Have not seen them in the Sharwood range either.

I know that the best place to get them is the Asian supermarkets, but that is not possible for me. I have lovely memories of going to Southall and buying up loads of spices and rice etc.

foreverskint

Try www.natco-online.com.

They do have a delivery charge, but sell all of the lovely big packs that you get in the asian/indian grocers. works out far cheaper than buying those little bottles. Also check out your local markets. Ours has a stall which sells a wide range of spices and goodies for indian foods, and very cheap too.

Zziggi

foreverskint wrote:

Try www.natco-online.com.

They do have a delivery charge, but sell all of the lovely big packs that you get in the asian/indian grocers. works out far cheaper than buying those little bottles. Also check out your local markets. Ours has a stall which sells a wide range of spices and goodies for indian foods, and very cheap too.

Don't know if it helps, but it is Natco or Rajah that i buy in big pack when i go to the Asian supermarket. I find Natco stuff is fine.