pmac
20 October 2021 20:31
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Made a couple of batches of curry powder today (roasted and unroasted) and I realised that some of my herbs & spices are getting a bit low.
Any recommendations for buying them online in reasonable quantities?
Type of thing I need are
Coriander Seeds
Whole Cumin
Saffron
Peppercorns
Cayenne
Paprika
etc, etc.
omsoc
20 October 2021 20:41
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Rajah and TRS are decent quality and cheap if you buy the big bags.
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omsoc
20 October 2021 21:24
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If you like asafoetida this is the best I’ve tried, not mostly flour like some others I’ve had.
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What’s wrong with the place down the road?
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pmac
20 October 2021 22:20
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Spicy but not much use in a curry
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Natco is my main go-to , the quality of their spices is high (no fillers, fresh), the range is good, but stocking is frustrating at times.
Also lots of dry staples (dhals, flours, rices &c), sauces, chutneys, tinned goods, jaggeri, &c.
Compared to the more tryhard companies, prices are good. If it’s in stock, their saffron is top quality and a bit of a bargain.
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we buy from a high turnover local shop
but use here quite alot https://www.theasiancookshop.co.uk/
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NAM
21 October 2021 16:55
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pmac
21 October 2021 17:17
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Thanks for the suggestions guys, all sorted now
We use and trust Fox’s Spices for single ingredients and mixes. Better quality than anything else we’ve tried and their Mixed Spice and Garam Masala are out of this world
They aren’t on t’interweb but have a page on faceache and a downloadable catalogue. You can then order by phone or email - they say they are building a website but don’t hold your breath…
I know, but they are worth the faff
NAM
22 October 2021 07:53
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A local shop sells that brand. I think they also do chutneys, chilli pastes etc…? Vague memory that their sambal manis was very nice.