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Indian Curry Starter (Tarka) Kit

Indian Curry Starter (Tarka) Kit

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Ever wondered what gives Indian Curry that extra special flavour that you can never seem to replicate at home? Indian people call it the 'Tarka' (frying spices) which is the addition of a certain few spices to hot oil to add another layer of seasoning which gives depth, sweetness and a slight acidity. Then look no further, this Indian spice kit is the perfect gift for friends, family and curry lovers (including you) everywhere! This spice kit contains a selection of six carefully handpicked, high-quality Indian cooking spices which together form the base for almost all Indian dish. All six spices will add depth of flavour and will set your meal up for that exquisite, known and loved taste of India.

This spice kit contains:

  • 1x Turmeric powder is an ingredient found in almost every Indian curry recipe. Its vibrant and distinctive bright yellow colour gives the dish a beautiful colour and an immense depth of flavour.
  • 1x Chilli powder is a widely versatile ingredient that is truly versatile and can be used in curries and dishes such as Chilli con Carne or even that cheeky, evening Bloody Mary. Use to taste.
  • 1x Coriander seed's strong and distinctive fragrance will give your cooking a superior flavour and are indispensable for making pickles, spice blends, curry paste, rubs and even tea.
  • 1x Brown mustard seeds come alive when added to hot oil just before you add onions and garlic for browning. A truly versatile spice you will often see in pickles, chutneys and preserves
  • 1x Whole Cloves are perfect for adding warmth and subtle sweetness to your curry and for that reason lends itself well to preserves and chutneys as well.
  • 1x Cumin seeds are a warm aromatic spice which is native to Mediterranean countries and almost always used in Indian curries. The seeds derive from the cumin plant and are added to many dishes such as one-pot dishes and roasted vegetables

    Further details

    • We are proud that all spices are handpicked, 100% natural and free from anti-caking agents, additives, colourings, preservatives, flavour enhancers and other nasties in any of our ingredients.
    •  The kit is packaged in our standard mailer box and filled with cushioning to provide protection during transit.
    • Make sure you always close the lid tight and store in a cool, dark, dry cupboard. For more information regarding storage please visit our website https://www.bigbangspices.co.uk/pages/storing-our-spice-blends
    • Each kit has a shelf life of over a year though many can be kept and used for longer if stored correctly. For more information visit our website https://www.bigbangspices.co.uk/pages/best-before-date
    • Each bottle will list any allergens, please read the label carefully. For more information, please visit our website https://www.bigbangspices.co.uk/pages/allergen-information
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Allergen Information

    May contain traces of cereal containing gluten, eggs, milk, nuts, mustard, soyabeans, celery, sesame seeds, milk and peanuts

    We try really hard to make sure there are no allergens in our products. That said we also like to exercise caution by stating upfront our products may contain traces of cereal containing gluten, eggs, milk, nuts, mustard, soybeans, celery, sesame seeds, milk and peanuts. 

    If you have any questions at all please email us BigBangHelp@gmail.com. Our friendly team will be on standby to provide you with advice. 

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    • Buy £15 worth of goodies and get 10% off your order
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    We accept unopened spice blends, quibble free. Your happiness is our happiness. Just email us at BigBangHelp@gmail.com and we will process your refund. 

    Unfortunately if your spice blend has been opened we cannot accept a return or refund for you. The reason for this is to avoid contamination in line with our strict infection control procedure's.  Our customers are normally happy with this, largely because this measure has been put in place to protect our lovely customers.  

     

     

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    Free shipping on orders over £25

    Shipping can be a mystery. Not here, we ship via Evri, though if you want us to use Royal Mail or others just let us know at checkout/or email us via hello@bigbangspices.co.uk.

    Our costs for postage and packaging are £1.99 for orders below £24.99.

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    How to use our spice blends

    Find our recipes here

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