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মাছে - পটকার - রসারসা - তেলঝাল (Macher Potkar Recipe)
Warm up your winter afternoons with Macher Potkar Tel Jhal, a beloved Bengali delicacy. This spicy, flavorful curry features fish air bladders (potka) sautéed with aromatic ginger, garlic, and onions. Cooked to a rich, "rasarasa" consistency with mustard oil and a touch of ghee, it is the ultimate comfort food when paired with steaming hot rice. This quick yet indulgent recipe brings a burst of energy and traditional taste to your lunch table.
Kaveri Nandi
3 hours ago4 min read
সবজিতে - টেস্টি - টেস্টি - ম্যাগি (Vegetable Maggi)
Embrace the cozy winter chill with this heartwarming Vegetable Maggi recipe. Perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon, this dish transforms standard noodles into a colorful feast using fresh cauliflower, peas, carrots, and beans. Sautéed with onions, green chilies, and scrambled eggs, it offers a delightful crunch and savory finish. Whether paired with tea or enjoyed as a festive snack, it’s a bowl of pure comfort designed to fuel your winter joy.
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 29, 20254 min read
পেঁয়াজকলি - দিয়ে - আড় - মাছের - ঝোল (Peyajkoli Diye Macher Jhol)
Peyajkoli Diye Macher Jhol (Fish Curry with Onion Stems) is a delicious Bengali recipe. The main ingredients are Aar fish and onion stems (Peyajkoli). This light curry, flavored with potatoes, tomatoes, and spices, is excellent with rice for lunch. Cooked with less oil, it is healthy and very flavorful.
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 13, 20254 min read
লাউ - ছেঁচকি (Lau Chechki)
A simple, comforting Bengali side dish, Lau Chechki features tender bottle gourd (lau/doodhi) finely diced and cooked with minimal spices.1 The flavor is derived from a light tempering of Kalojire (Nigella seeds) and green chilies. Its natural sweetness and soft texture make it a perfect, light accompaniment to rice or roti.
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 12, 20253 min read
হিং - বাঁধাকপিতে - বিউলিডালের - বড়ি (Biuli Daler Bori)
Biuli Daler Bori (or Urad Dal Vadi) is a quintessential Bengali recipe. These traditional Bengali food items are delicate, sun-dried lentil dumplings crafted from a paste of husked Biuli Dal (Urad Dal). Essential for classic preparations like shukto or fish curries, they add a unique texture and flavor. Learn this step-by-step Bengali cooking technique to make your own dal bori at home!
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 11, 20254 min read
ভাজা - ভাজা -মাছের - তেল -পটকা (Macher Tel Potka)
This unique Macher Teler Potka recipe transforms fish oil/fat (Macher Tel) and the swim bladder (Potka) into a rich side dish (torkari). It's typically prepared with spices like turmeric, chili powder, and onion/garlic—often served with rice. The dish showcases the nose-to-tail philosophy of Bengali cuisine, maximizing flavor from all parts of the fish!
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 10, 20254 min read
মৃগেল - মাছের - কপি - আলু - ঝোল (Mrigel Fish Curry)
Mrigel is a delicate freshwater fish, prized in Bengali cuisine. This traditional curry, or jhol, balances the earthy flavor of the fish with a vibrant mix of spices. The key is a fragrant paste of mustard seeds, green chilies, and a hint of turmeric, cooked in minimal oil. Finish with fresh coriander for a bright, aromatic dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice. A simple yet unforgettable culinary classic!
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 5, 20254 min read
তেঁতুলে - খেজুরে - চটপটা - চাটনি (Tetul Khejur er Chutney)
Tetul Khejur er Chutney is the quintessential Bengali finale to a grand meal. This sweet and tangy chutney harmonizes the sharpness of ripe tamarind pulp (tetul) with the rich, chewy sweetness of dates (khejur). Tempered with the aromatic crackle of panch phoron (five-spice mix) and a dry red chili, it simmers into a glossy, sticky delight. Often enriched with golden raisins or mango leather (aamsatto), this palate cleanser perfectly cuts through rich spices, leaving a linger
Kaveri Nandi
Dec 1, 20254 min read
শোলা - ফুলের - মুচমুচে - বড়া (Shola Fuler Bora)
Shola Fuler Bora is a rare, rustic Bengali delicacy made from the delicate white flowers of the Shola (pith) plant. Often found in wetlands, these flowers are dipped in a spiced batter of rice flour and poppy seeds (posto), then deep-fried until golden and crispy.
The result is a textural masterpiece—crunchy on the outside with a soft, subtly vegetal interior. Best enjoyed hot with steamed rice and dal, this fritter captures the forgotten flavors of rural Bengal’s monsoon cu
Kaveri Nandi
Nov 29, 20253 min read
নারকেল - ভাজা - দিয়ে - চোদ্দশাক (Narkel Diye Choddo Shaak)
A traditional Bengali dish celebrating the new moon day (Bhoot Chaturdashi), this flavorful mix of 14 different leafy greens is cooked with shredded coconut (narkel). It's a nutritious, earthy, and aromatic recipe believed to ward off evil. Simple spices enhance the greens' natural goodness. A true taste of Bengali tradition!
Kaveri Nandi
Nov 25, 20254 min read
বোরোলি - মাছের - ডাটা - চচ্চড়ি (Boroli Macher Chorchori)
Boroli Macher Chorchori is a classic Bengali fish delicacy. This simple, rustic curry features the delicate Boroli fish, known for its sweet flavor and small size, cooked with a medley of finely chopped seasonal vegetables like potato, eggplant, and radish, often flavored with pungent mustard paste and green chilies. The dish is cooked until the vegetables are tender and the gravy is thick, making it perfect to enjoy with steamed rice. A truly authentic taste of Bengal!
Kaveri Nandi
Nov 17, 20254 min read
কদবেল - মাখা (Kodbel Makha)
Kodbel Makha is a tangy and spicy Bengali delicacy made from ripe wood apple (kodbel). The pulp is scooped out, deseeded, and mixed with salt, sugar, green chilies, and mustard oil. Sometimes roasted red chili powder and black salt are added for extra zing. Served as a refreshing snack, this rustic treat perfectly balances sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, embodying Bengal’s love for bold, earthy tastes.
Kaveri Nandi
Nov 11, 20253 min read
চিকেন - চাউ (Chicken Chowmein)
Chicken Chowmein is a flavorful Indo-Chinese noodle dish made with stir-fried chicken, vegetables, and noodles tossed in savory soy and chili sauces. Its perfect balance of spice, crunch, and umami makes it a popular street food and restaurant favorite alike. Quick to prepare and deeply satisfying, Chicken Chowmein offers a delicious blend of textures and aromas that delight every palate, making it a timeless comfort meal.
Kaveri Nandi
Nov 9, 20254 min read
মুগ - মুসুরে - খিচুড়ি (Moong Masoor Dal Khichdi)
Moong Masoor Dal Khichdi is a comforting Bengali one-pot dish made with rice, moong dal, and masoor dal, lightly spiced with turmeric, ginger, and ghee. Tempered with bay leaf, cumin, and green chili, it is wholesome, aromatic, and easy to digest. Often paired with fried vegetables or papad, this khichdi is a nourishing meal, perfect for rainy days or when craving something warm and simple.
Kaveri Nandi
Oct 3, 20254 min read
গাঁঠিকচু - আর - মুসুরডাল (Kochu diye Masoor Dal)
Kochu diye Masoor Dal is a comforting Bengali dish where red lentils (masoor dal) are cooked with tender taro stems (kochu) and traditional spices. The earthy flavor of kochu blends perfectly with the soft, protein-rich dal, enhanced by mustard seeds, turmeric, and green chilies. Served hot with steamed rice, it’s a wholesome, rustic delicacy that brings warmth and homely flavors to the Bengali table.
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 25, 20253 min read
পোস্ত - ছেটানো - থোড় - ভাজা (Thor Posto Bhaja)
Thor Posto Bhaja is a traditional Bengali delicacy made with tender thor (banana stem) stir-fried with aromatic posto (poppy seed) paste. Lightly spiced and bursting with authentic flavors, this healthy dish is a perfect blend of taste and nutrition. A staple in Bengali kitchens, Thor Posto Bhaja pairs wonderfully with steamed rice for a wholesome, comforting meal. Try this easy, authentic Bengali recipe today!
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 22, 20253 min read
কষা - রসা - মাংস (Mutton Kosha)
Kosha Mangsho, or Bengali Mutton Kosha, is a traditional slow-cooked curry bursting with rich spices and tender mutton. This authentic Bengali recipe pairs perfectly with steamed rice or luchi, making it a must-try for lovers of Indian mutton curry.
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 16, 20254 min read
খোকাইলিশ - কাঁচকলার - সর্ষে - ঝোল (Khoka Illisher Kachkolar Jhol)
Khoka illisher kachkolar jhol is a light Bengali delicacy where tender green bananas meet the rich flavor of hilsa. The dish blends mustard seeds, green chilies, and turmeric in a fragrant broth, allowing the subtle bitterness of kachkola to balance the hilsa’s richness. Simple yet soulful, this jhol is a nostalgic comfort, often served with steamed rice, evoking homely warmth and riverside traditions.
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 15, 20255 min read
টেস্টি - টেস্টি - কুমড়োর - পাতা - ভাজা (Kumro Pata Bhaja)
Kumro Pata Bhaja is a simple yet traditional Bengali delicacy made with tender pumpkin leaves, lightly coated in a rice flour and gram flour batter, then crisp-fried to perfection. This dish brings out the earthy flavor of pumpkin greens while offering a crunchy texture. Served hot with steamed rice and dal, it is a nostalgic comfort food that celebrates seasonal, homegrown ingredients and the essence of rustic Bengali cooking.
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 11, 20253 min read
ট্যাংরা - মাছের - বেগুন - ঝোল (Tangra Macher Begun Jhol)
Tangra Macher Begun Jhol is a light, flavorful Bengali fish curry made with fresh tangra fish and tender eggplant. Cooked in mustard oil with green chilies, nigella seeds, and turmeric, the dish has a subtle heat balanced by the softness of brinjal. This homely jhol pairs beautifully with steamed rice, offering a comforting taste of Bengal’s traditional kitchen.
Kaveri Nandi
Sep 9, 20254 min read
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