Food preservation isn't just about making meals last longer—it's about capturing flavours at their peak. At Express Indian Delivered, we understand this better than most. Our family business was built on a simple idea: authentic Indian cuisine should be available to everyone, without sacrificing quality or taste.
When we prepare our dishes, we're faced with a challenge that chefs have struggled with for centuries: how do we lock in those complex, aromatic spices and textures until you're ready to enjoy them? The answer lies in the science and art of freezing technology—a field that has quietly revolutionised how we experience food.
Food preservation is as old as civilisation itself. Our ancestors used salt, smoke, fermentation, and natural ice to extend the life of their precious food supplies. These methods weren't just about survival—they created entirely new food traditions that we still cherish today.
In India, traditional preservation methods like sun-drying, pickling, and using natural preservatives like turmeric have been passed down through generations. These techniques weren't just practical—they became integral to the cuisine itself.
For us, the introduction of modern refrigeration and freezing technology represented a watershed moment. Suddenly, it became possible to preserve not just the safety of food, but its very essence—the flavours, textures, and aromas that make authentic Indian cuisine so remarkable.
When we first started Express Indian Delivered, we faced a crucial decision: how could we ensure our family recipes would taste the same in your home as they do in ours?
Conventional freezing simply wasn't good enough. When food freezes slowly, large ice crystals form within the cellular structure, rupturing cell walls and causing that disappointing texture and flavour loss we've all experienced with typical frozen meals.
Blast freezing changed everything for us. This technique rapidly drops the temperature of freshly cooked food to -18°C or below within minutes rather than hours. The science is fascinating—when freezing happens this quickly, the water molecules form tiny ice crystals that don't damage the cellular structure of the food.
What does this mean for your curry? It means that when you heat our Butter Chicken or Lamb Rogan Josh from Express Indian Delivered, the texture remains intact, the spices vibrant, and the experience authentic.
We've invested in professional blast freezers that can drop temperatures from 70°C to -18°C in under 90 minutes. This rapid cooling not only preserves texture and flavour but also locks in nutritional value that can be lost with conventional freezing methods.
Our process follows strict protocols:
This technology allows us to avoid using artificial preservatives or excessive salt—the freezing process itself becomes the preservation method, keeping our food authentic and wholesome.
It might seem counterintuitive, but our frozen meals are often fresher than "fresh" options from supermarkets. Here's why:
When produce is harvested or meat is processed, a countdown begins. Every hour that passes means some degradation in quality. Most "fresh" food in shops has already been transported, stored, and displayed—sometimes for days.
Our ingredients go from farm to our kitchen to blast freezer rapidly, essentially pressing pause on that quality countdown. When you heat one of our meals at home, you're essentially continuing the cooking process from where we stopped it—at its peak.
We can confidently say that our frozen Indian meals often contain more nutrients and better flavour than many "fresh" alternatives that have been sitting in supply chains or on shelves.
Food waste is a massive environmental problem, with nearly a third of all food produced globally going to waste. Our blast freezing approach helps combat this issue in several ways:
We're proud that our technology-driven approach aligns with our commitment to environmental responsibility. When you choose our frozen meals, you're making a choice that's often better for the planet than alternatives.
To help you enjoy the full benefits of our blast-frozen meals, we recommend:
Proper storage: Keep your freezer at a consistent -18°C or below.
Defrosting (when needed): Though many of our dishes can go straight from freezer to microwave or oven, some benefit from gradual defrosting in the refrigerator.
Reheating: Follow our specific instructions for each dish to bring it back to its authentic best.
Complementing: Keep some naan bread or rice in your freezer to create a complete meal experience.
We've spent years perfecting not just our recipes and freezing techniques, but also the best methods for bringing these dishes back to life in your kitchen. The result is authentic Indian cuisine that's ready when you are, without compromising on the experience.
At Express Indian Delivered, we're constantly refining our techniques and technology. Food science continues to advance, and we're committed to staying at the cutting edge while remaining true to the traditional flavours of authentic Indian cuisine.
We invite you to experience the difference that proper freezing technology makes. Browse our selection at Express Indian Delivered and taste for yourself how we've captured the essence of India's rich culinary traditions.
Our passion for quality food preservation isn't just about business—it's about sharing our family's love for authentic cuisine with yours, no matter the distance between us.
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