well the base has been made, and it tast delicious on its own. I have used a mild curry powder as my 3 year old is also going to be eating it, and already reminds me of currys from old. I will try the madras in due time, but a bhuna and korma first up and then if enough left over a madras. how long does the base last in the freezer?

Well I just found this site a few days ago, and am trying this for the first time. Been missing BIR since I came to Gibraltar 10 years ago, the local curries are just not the same.
Pretty much followed exactly, except used a whole bunch of coriander including leaves and stems, and done roughly half though as only have a smallish casserole pot for now. Going to also do a tikka marinade, and on sunday attempt a Chicken Tikka Bhuna with Pilau Rice.
Currently on the boil, and making my apartment smell amazing.