Chip Shop Curry Sauce

Chip Shop Curry Sauce

4 servings
Here I'll show you the most delicious way to make the classic British Chip Shop Curry Sauce!

Ingredients

  • 40g butter
    2 ½ tbsp
  • white onion

    finely diced

    1 medium
  • carrot

    finely diced

    1 small
  • garlic

    finely diced

    3 cloves
  • sweet red apple

    ), peeled & finely diced (see notes

    ½ small
  • mild curry powder)

    (see notes

    1 tbsp
  • chinese 5 spice
    ¼ tsp
  • 2 cups chicken stock
    480 ml
  • malt vinegar
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • white pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • cornflour/cornstarch
    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot and sweat it down until it softens/begins to colour. Add the apple and garlic and fry for another couple of minutes until the apple softens.

  2. 2

    Stir in the curry powder and Chinese 5 spice and fry for 30 seconds or so, then pour in the chicken stock. Stir in the vinegar, salt and pepper and simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and use a hand blender to blitz until smooth.

  3. 3

    In a small pot or bowl to one side, combine the cornflour with 1 tbsp cold water. Stir this into the sauce then turn the heat back to medium.

  4. 4

    Simmer to your desired consistency (approx 5 minutes). Check for seasoning and adjust if needed, then serve up and enjoy. Bear in mind the sauce will thicken more as it cools.

Chip Shop Curry Sauce

Chip Shop Curry Sauce

25 min4 servings113 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving that authentic taste of a classic British chip shop right at home? This delicious Chip Shop Curry Sauce recipe brings the iconic flavor directly to your kitchen, perfect for dipping, drizzling, or drenching your favorite comfort foods.

What makes this chip shop curry sauce truly special is the thoughtful balance of savory aromatics like finely diced white onion, carrot, and garlic, perfectly harmonized with a touch of sweet red apple. This unique combination, along with mild curry powder and Chinese 5 spice, creates a rich, complex flavor that instantly transports you to your favorite chippy, distinguishing it from ordinary curry sauces.

Prepare for a smooth, rich, and aromatic sauce that's bursting with savory curry flavor, a subtle warmth from the Chinese 5 spice, and a delightful hint of sweetness from the apple. The malt vinegar adds a touch of necessary tang, balancing the richness. You'll love how the texture is wonderfully smooth and thick, ideal for coating whatever you're serving it with. It's a comforting, hearty sauce that’s a true taste of British tradition, making it perfect for a cozy meal.

For a slightly different flavor profile, you could experiment with a different type of mild curry powder to suit your preference. If you prefer a vegetarian option, vegetable stock can easily replace the chicken stock without compromising on the depth of flavor. While the sweet red apple is key for the authentic taste, a very small pinch of sugar could be used as an absolute last resort if you don't have an apple available to provide that subtle sweetness.

This classic British curry sauce is the ultimate accompaniment for a generous serving of crispy chips. It also wonderfully elevates a simple plate of steamed rice or complements battered fish for a full British experience. It’s ideal for a cozy weekend meal or whenever you want to bring a beloved taste of the UK to your dinner table.

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