The search for Gainesville’s best fried rice takes a minor detour
So, this wasn't supposed to be part of the hunt, but it was such a find that I had to share.
Next stop, India. Birthplace of Ghandi, Bollywood, and the savory goodness that is vegetable biryani. Long has man sought out the exotic musk of the subcontinent oft referred to by natives as Hindustan. For centuries, scores of seafaring sailors set sail seeking such scented spices sold since Sanskrit stood solemnly several seas away. Vagabonds, these men hunted the shortest route from their home countries to reach the delectable cinnamons and curries, palak paneers and peppers.
I have long thought that these men were obviously after drugs and not spices and the history books were merely unable to teach middle school children such truths, however, one bite of Kebab House's Vegetable Biryani will make you realize that these spices were in fact the true treasure coveted by kings.
I bought a small portion of the rice dish (which is very similar to fried rice in it's theme) as well as some garlic naan for under 10 dollars! The portion was HUGE and although starved, I barely put a dent in it. The veggies were very crisp and tasty and the naan was fresh and delicious. It seemed as if the small, undecorated take out restaurant with half of the menu items crossed off in its first month of business, was actually trying hard at something by using very high quality ingredients.
The rice had a very zesty, spicy taste and was chock full of veggies. I couldn't get over how good everything was.
I do, however, feel that Indian food is akin to a fire drill in elementary school. You can't have it more than a few times a year. Every time I eat Indian food, I'm stuffed for a day and a half. It also tends to wreak havoc on the digestive system from time to time. Fortunately, with the exception of some minor heartburn, this food left me feeling satisfied and full.
FRIED RICE WILL RETURN THIS WEEK!
Next stop, India. Birthplace of Ghandi, Bollywood, and the savory goodness that is vegetable biryani. Long has man sought out the exotic musk of the subcontinent oft referred to by natives as Hindustan. For centuries, scores of seafaring sailors set sail seeking such scented spices sold since Sanskrit stood solemnly several seas away. Vagabonds, these men hunted the shortest route from their home countries to reach the delectable cinnamons and curries, palak paneers and peppers.
I have long thought that these men were obviously after drugs and not spices and the history books were merely unable to teach middle school children such truths, however, one bite of Kebab House's Vegetable Biryani will make you realize that these spices were in fact the true treasure coveted by kings.
I bought a small portion of the rice dish (which is very similar to fried rice in it's theme) as well as some garlic naan for under 10 dollars! The portion was HUGE and although starved, I barely put a dent in it. The veggies were very crisp and tasty and the naan was fresh and delicious. It seemed as if the small, undecorated take out restaurant with half of the menu items crossed off in its first month of business, was actually trying hard at something by using very high quality ingredients.
The rice had a very zesty, spicy taste and was chock full of veggies. I couldn't get over how good everything was.
I do, however, feel that Indian food is akin to a fire drill in elementary school. You can't have it more than a few times a year. Every time I eat Indian food, I'm stuffed for a day and a half. It also tends to wreak havoc on the digestive system from time to time. Fortunately, with the exception of some minor heartburn, this food left me feeling satisfied and full.
FRIED RICE WILL RETURN THIS WEEK!