Off Topic And Now for Something Completely Different

I really wanted to believe that

 

I've got these magic beans, they're gonna cost ya though...

 

Not sure, the soldier doesn't quite look equipped enough, but like you, I hope it is genuine.

 

About as genuine as tea made from a bit of paper which once lay in a drawer beside another piece of paper which had been used to wrap up a few tea leaves from which tea had already been made three times.


Not everyday I get to quote Kierkegaard on here. My day is complete.

 

How close men, despite all their knowledge, usually live to madness?

 

Bloody tourists. Cersei Lannister's Queen's Guard would move 'em on!

 

Most men pursue pleasure with such breathless haste that they hurry past it. Kierkegaard.

 

Sound needs to be on but not at work. (**** me, I’m getting nice in my Middle Age)

 

Silly cow lost the job

 

Fake not even the right uniform. No belt etc.

 

Sorry read the thread title and though we'd signed someone

 

Any of you gin drinkers out there tried Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin? Quite heavy on the coriander, not sure if I like it or not. I'll have to finish the bottle to have a proper opinion...

 

Not keen on it myself.

 

Got me drooling this. Just need to add bacon to the omelette

An omelette curry is my choice of dinner when I’m looking for a late night protein-packed meal that still satisfies the craving for spice! What I love about this curry, apart from how quick and easy it is to make, is the fact that it can often be made with leftover ingredients and larder staples. Indian finger chillies have a distinct flavour that I love. I have found these at mainstream supermarkets, but you can also substitute them for thai green chillies (which will be a lot spicier).

Serves: 2Prep time: 10 mins
Cooking time: 35 mins

For the omelette:4 eggs, beaten1 small red onion, finely diced2 small ripe vine tomatoes, finely diced2 finger green chillies, finely chopped (seeds removed if you want it mild)2 springs fresh coriander, finely chopped
Sea salt and crushed black pepper to season
Knob of butter

For the curry:1 tsp garlic paste½ tsp fresh root ginger, bashed¼ tsp fenugreek seeds (optional)3 ripe vine tomatoes, peeled and chopped2 medium red onions, finely chopped400ml coconut milk2 sprigs curry leaves1 tsp red chilli powder or paprika1 tsp Sri Lankan unroasted curry powder, or ordinary curry powder1/3 tsp turmeric powder1 finger green chilli, slit2 tbsp rapeseed or vegetable oilSalt to taste

To garnish:Fresh coriander leaves, choppedGolden fried shallots and cashews

Heat the butter in a nonstick pan. Add one onion and saute till light brown and soft. Whisk the rest of the omelette ingredients together till frothy and add to the onions. Swirl around for a few seconds until the eggs just begin to set, then carefully fold the egg into a half moon shape with a spatula and reduce the heat. Cook for two to three minutes on each side, then slide on to a plate. I like the omelette runny in the centre and intentionally under cook it; if you prefer it solid cook for longer or cook as a thin round pancake and slice it into strips before adding it to the curry.

Heat the oil over a medium heat for two minutes. Add the fenugreek seeds and swirl for 15 seconds. Add the remaining onions and fry till light brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add the dry spices and stir for a minute. Add all the remaining curry ingredients, except the coconut milk, and cook for 15 minutes or until the tomatoes are jammy and there are bubbles of oil on the surface, stirring the mixture to ensure it doesn’t catch at the bottom. Add the coconut milk and water to achieve the consistency you desire, I like it quite thick and creamy. Reduce the heat to a minimum and simmer for four to five minutes.

Gently slip the omelette into the curry and simmer for a couple of minutes. Garnish and serve with roti, rice or toast.

 

Try it with Ginger Ale (not Ginger Beer) ...different again (in a good way)

EDIT - just remembered actually. I was having a few in a bar in York this afternoon and was browsing the gin menu and they actually had Ophir in their ‘gins to be drink with Ginger Ale section. I’ve tried it ages ago with it though and they’re right

 

That sounds really good