Bengali cuisine is known for its delicate balance of flavours, subtle use of spices, and a deep respect for fresh, seasonal ingredients.
The biryani, happily, was the very definition of simple. light-textured, with a subtle tomato-ey twang, it reminded me a lot of a North Indian pulao. The flavour whack came from the sweet-sour Khatta Baingan simmered in a gravy of tamarind, jaggery, fried mustard seeds, and spices, served with it.
It's the Season For Biryani. During Ramzan many might have already dug into the best of biryanis. But as Eid al-Fitr approaches and the faithful wait for the moon, preparations will begin for the most glorious editions of biryani of all.
Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.
With the holy month of Ramadan coming to a close, we ask you, dear readers which is the most delectable biryani you ever had.
This burst of flavours is as much a delight to eat as for the chefs to dish out a perfect pot of biryani.
Get set to burrrrrrp! Presenting the real taste of India!
'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'
Did you know that samosas, idlis and coffee are not originally from India?
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