If you’ve tried every Pataks Curry Recipe on the internet and still can’t find one to suit your taste, it might just be that Pataks Curry is what you need!
The story of Pataks started when three brothers left their homeland (Pakistan) and traveled to Glasgow in search of business opportunities.
They soon founded a company with their joint savings of £500 and began manufacturing a dry spice mix called Pataks Curry Powder. The product became a booming success in Scotland thanks to its intense aroma and rich spices.
How to make Pataks Curry Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (160g) Pataks Curry Powder
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed
Method:
Step 1: Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft.
Step 2: Add vegetables and cook, occasionally stirring, for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Step 3: Stir in Pataks Curry Powder and stock powder; simmer for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 4: Add meat, fish, or vegetables and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in cornflour mixture; bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute or until the gravy has thickened slightly. Step 5: Serve with rice.
Nutrition facts of Pataks Curry Recipe
Per serve:
- Calories: 96 per 100g
- Total Fat: 4.5g (saturated fat 1g)
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 377mg (15% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 3.4g (sugars 1.4g)
- Protein: <1g (0% DV)
Health Benefits of Pataks Curry Recipe
The recipe is a wholesome one as it makes use of spices and herbs that are known to have curative properties.
Curry powder contains some essential vitamins such as thiamine (Vitamin B1), niacin (Vitamin B3), and riboflavin (Vitamin B2).
Although the quantities of these vitamins in Pataks Curry Recipe are not enough to make you healthy, they still help your body fight infections.
Easy 5 Freezing Ideas for Pataks Curry Recipe
1. Freeze it in large containers as a gravy base for other meals. Pataks Curry Recipe is an ideal way to avoid opening a whole jar when you only require a small amount of gravy.
2. Package the leftovers into individual servings and freeze for the weekdays when you come home from work exhausted and too tired to cook.
3. Freeze it in portions and then heat your choice of meat or vegetables by adding these ingredients: rice/chicken/mushroom/vegetables etc.
4. Freeze the gravy in small containers or ice-cube trays and reuse them repeatedly. Just thaw and use it when you need some gravy.
5. Cook the curry once and then freeze it in air-tight containers so that you can store portions of it for future use.
Patak’s vegetable curry
Mix all the ingredients, cover with cling film and leave to stand for 1 hour. Put all the frozen vegetables into a medium saucepan with a lid and pour over enough boiling water to cover them.
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until softened. Drain well and return to the pan.
Add the prepared marinade and bring it back to boil, occasionally stirring until all the liquid evaporates – about 8-10 minutes. Season to taste before serving.
Patak’s Curry Paste
Pataks Curry Recipe is a mild, sweet, and spicy curry paste, but I also make it spicy with red chili powder. If you leave the seeds in your chili, add an extra teaspoon of the curry paste.
If you want a more mild curry paste, start using just a pinch of each spice and slowly increase to taste.
Patak’s Curry Paste recipe coconut milk
Add the curry paste, coconut milk, and chickpeas to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the chickpeas are soft.
Add the cooked vegetables, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until all vegetables are cooked through. Stir in the spinach leaves, cover, and cook for about 2 minutes or until it has wilted.
Patak’s Chicken Curry
Heat the oil in a large saucepan, fry the chicken until browned from all angles, then remove it from the pan. Add all the ingredients for the curry sauce to the pan and bring to a boil.
Remove from heat and add a portion of coconut milk, about 3/4 cup, and stir until well combined between additions.
Be sure to taste between additions, as sometimes you may not need to add the coconut milk, or you may need more than 3/4 cup.
Conclusion
My favorite curry spice has to be garam masala, and I bet most people are reading this love the taste of this Indian masala.
Few things in life can bring so much pleasure; curries have always been one of them. Though far from the traditional foods they were, they have evolved into a whole lot more – thanks to Patak’s, there are some amazing recipes that you can truly enjoy.
FAQ
Is Patak’s curry good?
Pataks Curry is undoubtedly one of the best curries out there, but it’s a little expensive. However, if you’re feeling splurging on this tasty dish, head to YouTube for some great videos explaining why you should love Pataks.
Can I freeze Patak Curry Recipe?
Yes, you can freeze this dish in large containers and reseal them to use as a gravy base for other meals. It’s an ideal way to avoid opening a whole jar when you only require a small amount of gravy.
Is Patak’s curry healthy?
Not every recipe is healthy. However, I will say that the ingredients used in the dish are known to have curative properties. Curry powder contains some essential vitamins such as thiamine (Vitamin B1), niacin (Vitamin B3), and riboflavin (Vitamin B2).