Bengali chicken korma is a mild aromatic and flavourful chicken curry. It is not too thick and heavy that we usually find in an Indian restaurant. It is the mildest of curries, but also one of the most delicious. Korma is a mild version of curry prepared with yoghurt, milk, and nuts. It has a …
This chicken curry is one of my go-to curry recipes. So easy to prepare and so flavourful that everybody in my house loves it. The preparation of this dish doesn’t take long, perfect for a quick lunch served with basmati rice. Also, you can serve it for dinner with some fresh salad and chapati. I …
The “Chicken Curry” is one of the most cooked dishes in Indian households. Grandmothers and mothers usually prepare this dish during the weekend to delight the palates of the whole family. When I was children still remember when my mom used to cook chicken curry, and the aroma took over the house, we couldn’t wait …
The Pulao is a rice dish that is prepared in a different way than regular rice or Biryani. It is a very traditional dish in West Bengal and Bangladesh. It is prepared with a special kind of small-grained and aromatic rice called “Gobindobhogh”. Usually prepared for friends and family get together. As it is difficult …
This creamy chicken curry with coconut milk is one of our family favourites. It is delicious, flavorful, and ready in only 30 minutes. Coconut milk combines very well with curry dishes. It adds creaminess to the curry sauce, making it mild and delicate. To prepare coconut chicken, I have used chicken thighs, but you can …
Naan or Tandoori Roti is an Indian flatbread that is prepared in the Tandoor oven. It is an elliptical-shaped oven where charcoal is usually used for heat. The temperature in this type of oven can reach up to 400 ºC. The pieces of bread are directly stuck to the wall of this Tandoor Oven, and …
Chapati, also known as Roti or Phulka, is a type of flatbread from India that is prepared only with flour and water. In India, it is served as a breakfast, along with vegetables, Dal or eggs. In North India, it is even consumed as a main meal, instead of rice. It is usually prepared with …
Luchi is a fried puffed bread made with wheat flour, very typical of Bengali cuisine. Luchi-Dum aloo, Luchi-Ghugni or Luchi-Halwa are the most popular combinations in West Bengal and Bangladesh. For its preparation, very few ingredients are needed, and the process is also very simple, although for a perfect and well-puffed “luchi” it is necessary …
This classic Bengali lamb curry with potato is a staple in my household. Especially my children love it so much. Having this curry with the succulent lamb pieces along with nicely cooked potatoes, the light yet flavourful spicy stew serving with piping hot rice is a pure delight. Perfect for weekend meals. The recipe varies …
Mutton Kosha is also known as Kosha Mangsho is another popular mutton dish from Bengal. It is a must for all Bengali festivals or any special occasion. Kosha Mangsho is an iconic Bengali dish where the mutton is slowly cooked on low flame for a long time to get a rich, spicy dark brown gravy. …