A CHEF is hoping to tantalise the taste buds of South Tyneside's takeaway fans with his version of favourite Indian dishes.
Traditionally, curry is not regarded as the healthiest of foods.
But that could all be about to change if Moynul Hussain has anything to do with it.
The 37-year-old has launched a healthy curry drive with the opening of his new takeaway in Frederick Street, South Shields.
The key to his new venture is that all his dishes will be cooked in a health-friendly way, by using less oil and leaving out ghee – a traditional ingredient often used in Indian cooking which is high in calories. Mr Hussain, who has worked as a chef for 15 years in South Shields said: "People shouldn't have to compromise on taste to eat more healthily."
Mr Hussain moved to South Shields from Bangladesh 27 years ago.
He has trained as a health worker with the Community Voluntary Sector (CVS) and has run a number of healthy eating courses in Hebburn.
Mr Hussain has recently visited Bedewell Primary School, where he taught youngsters how to cook authentic Indian food.
He took over the shop, formerly Naz's, last month.
"With my background in cooking and the knowledge I have gained as a health worker about nutrition, I felt opening up a healthy curry shop was my way of putting something back into the community.
"I just hope people will give my curries a try and, if they like them, keep coming back."
As well as serving up Indian dishes, Mr Hussain says he is also able to give advice to people with special dietary requirements on what curry is best for them, as well as cater for parties.
Sandra Minchell, from Hedworth, who has taken part in Mr Hussain's cooking courses and has followed his tips on creating healthy dishes, said: "My husband and I attended one of his cooking courses and he hardly used any oil in his cooking. All his dishes are really healthy.
"My husband and I lost weight eating his curries alongside us exercising.
"I think it's brilliant that he has opened up his own business – I'm really pleased for him."
Moynul's Healthy Spice is open Monday to Sunday, 5.30pm – 11.30pm and can be contacted on 456 5588.
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