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July 2015 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Thanks for clarifying UF, so it's 2 parts water (4 TBSP) to 1 part Tomato Puree (2 TBSP) ?
More importantly, how do you define a TBSP volume... rounded, level or other ? (No comments about rounded TBSP of Water pls)
Also think that 1 TBSP (if level) is not excessive. I use 1.5 TBSP (level) in Achari.
More importantly, how do you define a TBSP volume... rounded, level or other ? (No comments about rounded TBSP of Water pls)
Also think that 1 TBSP (if level) is not excessive. I use 1.5 TBSP (level) in Achari.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
So 4 tbsps water and 2tbsps concentrated tomato puree? That would sound about right to me.unclefrank wrote: The tomato puree s diluted, whatever size tin/jar of tom puree i use, i always add double amount of water.
I used Tesco spicy Lime pickle and took out the big chunks. Possibly not the best choice as it is a little pungent!unclefrank wrote: Tikkathon there's 1 tsp tandoori masala to 400ml of base, that's 0.25 tsp per 100ml of base, i doubt whether that is what is giving you the fragrant taste, what type of pickle are you using?
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Ouch, that Lime pickle can be very bitter.
Pataks Brinjal pickle is a mild one, with lots of flavour.
Pataks Brinjal pickle is a mild one, with lots of flavour.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
I will update the recipe to clarify the tomato paste issue. thanks UF
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Re: Chicken Tikka Basanti
Above recipe edited to reflect the fact that the tomato paste is in fact a diluted tomato puree mix, following clarification from UF.
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Re: Chicken Tikka Basanti
I read it that UF dilutes 2 Tbsp of tomato paste/puree with 4 Tbsp of water (i.e. not 50:50), Alchy? So isn't it 2 Tbsp of tomato paste/puree diluted with 4 Tbsp of water?
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Re: Chicken Tikka Basanti
Yes, thanks CA, I will correct my amendment!
Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Made this dish around same time as Tikkatom just got round to posting
agree its a bit harsh maybe halve the pickle and tandoori powder for your tastes
i used ashoka indian mixed pickle. but i have to add for 15 mins after eating i was
left with a fantastic after taste pic to follow : :geek:
agree its a bit harsh maybe halve the pickle and tandoori powder for your tastes
i used ashoka indian mixed pickle. but i have to add for 15 mins after eating i was
left with a fantastic after taste pic to follow : :geek:
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Nice job Tabs. I think after the feedback so far I will go carefully on the amount of mixed pickle I add.
Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Here is my attempt.
Like others have said the pickle left a definite taste in the final dish, not an unpleasant one, just not the sort of thing I would normally want a big plate of, would be nice as part of a thali as it certainly has a unique taste.
My deviations from the recipie were:
Patacks Mango Pickle
Random red chilli in place of the bullet chillies
rfr style Daag base
All because thats what I had to hand, i tried to get as close as I could.
Like others have said the pickle left a definite taste in the final dish, not an unpleasant one, just not the sort of thing I would normally want a big plate of, would be nice as part of a thali as it certainly has a unique taste.
My deviations from the recipie were:
Patacks Mango Pickle
Random red chilli in place of the bullet chillies
rfr style Daag base
All because thats what I had to hand, i tried to get as close as I could.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Thanks for having a go and sharing your results Squibo. Looked very tasty.
Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Some good looking efforts on here. Will endeavor to make mine this weekend coming.....
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Looking good so far. Mr Sak... we expect photos and commentary on your upcoming divergence from your favourite Dhansak.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Good efforts everyone!
Now I am back from my travels I will hopefully give this a go this weekend.
Now I am back from my travels I will hopefully give this a go this weekend.
Re: Chicken Tikka Basanti
sounds like it has hints of an Achari about it? Given the inclusion of the pickle. Looks interesting and one I'd try to compare to the achari recipe I use.
Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
id probably quite like this, as i'm a fan of achari, which has some similar ingredients.
I think given my experience with the pataks pickles, a fairly small tablespoon of lime pickle would suit my tastes in this dish.
I think given my experience with the pataks pickles, a fairly small tablespoon of lime pickle would suit my tastes in this dish.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
I picked up some Patak's aubergine pickle this week, absolutely delicious it is, sweet with a little heat to it, looking forward to finally attempting this dish next week.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
So I took my leftover Basanti which went wrong and mixed it with some leftover Chana Dhal which also went wrong, blasted them in the microwave and made my first FrankenCurry! Sorry for butchering your recipe uncle Frank but it was actually amazing!
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
Now worries at all tikka i usually put chickpeas in nearly every curry i make anyway lol.
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Re: Month 1 - Chicken Tikka Basanti, by Uncle Frank
My turn to try this dish today. After previous feedback in this thread I opted for 2 tsp Aubergine Pickle and 1 tsp mixed pickle, to avoid it being too tart. I really enjoyed it, very different to other curries I have made and satisfying to eat. I would give this 8.5/10. Would I make it again? Definitely.
It was made with Littlechilis mixed powder and Dan Sak's SSS base. Used my 7.5kw burner and ali pan as well. I even videoed it, so once it has uploaded I will share this delight with you!
It was made with Littlechilis mixed powder and Dan Sak's SSS base. Used my 7.5kw burner and ali pan as well. I even videoed it, so once it has uploaded I will share this delight with you!
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