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Madras No. 4 Lamb Curry a la Chatsphotog

December 13, 2009
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When it is cold, rainy and wet, the body craves food that warms the soul. Some fragrant lamb curry spooned up with chunks of soft naan is just what is required to counter the effects of the weather.

The Ingredients

1 packet Madras Curry No. 4 whole spice blend
2 [...]

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Madras No. 4 Scrambled Eggs

December 12, 2009
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Hot caffeinated beverages are not the only way to awaken the mind and body in the morning. A small addition of the Madras Curry No. 4 to simple scrambled eggs will awaken the palate and the little gray cells.

The Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Madras Curry No. 4 whole spice blend
2 Tablespoon oil
3 whole eggs
1/2 medium [...]

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Spiced Mogul Pecans

December 12, 2009
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This recipe makes an excellent and different treat at holiday time regardless of which holiday you are celebrating: flavor is totally non sectarian. Created by our photographic collaborator, globe trotting gourmand and accomplished home cook, Chats Chatterjee, it’s easy and delicious.

The Ingredients

One tablespoon of coarsely ground Madras Curry No. 4 whole spice blend
One cup [...]

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Chicken a la King – Peruvian Style

December 7, 2009

Let’s face it, Chicken a la King can be a snoozer. Comforting perhaps, but a bit of a culinary soporific. When that classic dish travels south of the border, however, it sizzles. The Peruvian version, Aji de Gallina, adds walnuts, Parmesan and spicy aji amarillo chilis to give it zing and depth of flavor. [...]

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Cauliflower Gratin Peasant Style

November 26, 2009

This make-up of this dish has evolved over the years and is a perennial favorite chez Spice Mogul. When the weather gets cold, the days get short and green vegetables are scarce , this dish provides a level of comfort and satisfaction that almost makes you wish winter wouldn’t end so [...]

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Spicy Treats: Toasted Curried Pumpkin Seeds

November 2, 2009
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One of the great things about Halloween is having all those crunchy and delicious pumpkin seeds leftover from your carving efforts. This year we did a bit of experimentation with our Madras Curry No. 4 blend and came up with a spicy salty snack that would be great at any time of the year.
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Hot Tricks and Spicy Treats

October 31, 2009
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Wishing you Happy Halloween from chez Spice Mogul!

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Madras Lamb Curry

October 19, 2009
Lamb Madras Curry

The recipe that inspired us to form Spice Mogul, this classic lamb curry recipe using our Madras Curry Blend N0. 4. will awaken even the most jaded palates. Very likely to make a week day dinner into a celebration.

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Bangkok Chicken Curry

October 19, 2009
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Grind the Bangkok Curry Blend to a fine powder. Heat the oil in the pan, then bloom the ground spices for two minutes without burning. Add the chopped onions and peppers and cook 5-10 minutes over medium heat until soft. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-10 minutes. When the chicken has cooked, add the coconut milk, and fish sauce. Heat through and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.

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Orient Express Chicken

October 3, 2009

After playing around with the aforementioned chicken recipe from our friend Joel, we came up with this version. We’ve called it “Orient Express Chicken” as a nod to its exotic ingredients from Europe and the Levant. Try it, play with it, and report back – there’s lots of room for additional interpretation.

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