7 popular Bengali dishes to enjoy on Pohela Boishakh
Here are seven traditional Bengali dishes you can enjoy during this celebration.
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Dhokar Dalna
This is a traditional Bengali dish made from lentil cakes cooked in a spicy gravy. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for celebrating Pohela Boishakh.
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Shorshe Ilish
Another popular preparation of Hilsa fish is cooking it in a mustard sauce. The tanginess of mustard complements the rich flavour of the fish.
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Chingri Macher Malai Curry
This is a creamy coconut-based curry made with prawns. It's rich and flavorful and pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
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Mishti Doi
No Bengali meal is complete without dessert, and Mishti Doi is a classic choice. It's sweetened yogurt that's thick, creamy, and flavored with caramelized sugar.
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Alur Dom
A spicy and flavorful dish made with baby potatoes cooked in a thick gravy of tomatoes, onions, and traditional Bengali spices.
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Luchi with Cholar Dal
Luchi, deep-fried bread, pairs perfectly with cholar dal, a flavorful and protein-rich split chickpea curry.
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Kosha Mangsho
Kosha Mangsho is a slow-cooked, spicy mutton curry. Marinated mutton in spices, yoghurt and mustard oil gets slow-cooked.