Kitchen Of Debjani News Updates

Shorshe Posto Dharosh, also known as Shorshe-Posto Bhindi, is a comforting Bengali dish. It's basically okra or lady's finger cooked in a paste made from mustard and poppy seeds - that's the "Shorshe-posto bata" part. Debjani's Note Yup, another mustardy dish from Debjanir Rannaghar, and it's another super-tasty Bengali vegetarian… Read more »

Writing this article about Bhai Phota Special Recipes brought a smile to my face, filled with sweet memories of Bhatridwitia. Many of the recipes here at Debjanir Rannaghar have a connection to this special day. When I started, I realized I had over 150 recipes that could be mixed and… Read more »

Kali Puja Special Recipes! I've been wanting to write about this for ages. When Kali Puja rolls around, we Bengalis have our own special dishes, different from the usual Diwali treats. I'll write about it separately. This is all about what we cook and eat during Dipanwita Kali Puja or… Read more »

Kojagari Lakshmi Puja Special Recipes! When I first started thinking about this post, my mind filled with images of Bhoger Khichuri, Labra, Panch Bhaja, Aloo Phulkopir Dalna, Chanar Dalna, Paneer Er Dalna, Narkel Naru, Murir Naru, Narkel Chapa, Suji, and Chaler Payesh. These are the dishes that immediately come to… Read more »

Durga Puja Special Recipes - This is a tricky topic, even for me! The foods Bengalis traditionally cook and enjoy during Durga Puja are quite different from what other communities prepare during Navratri. So, if you're looking for Navratri recipes, this isn't the right place. This post is all about… Read more »

Makhani Gravy: the star of many beloved Indian dishes - an Indian mother sauce. From the ever-popular butter chicken (or murg makhani) to paneer makhani, vegetable makhani, mushroom makhani, and even dal makhani, these dishes all share a common foundation: makhani gravy. This buttery, tomato-based sauce is wonderfully creamy and… Read more »

Bengali Macher Jhol Piyaj, Aloo, Tomato, Dhonepata diye, made with onions, potatoes, and fresh coriander, is a classic, light fish curry. For those who love the flavors of Bengal, here's a simple macher jhol recipe. The best part? It's perfect for beginners! Even better, it uses common, everyday vegetables. Debjani's… Read more »

Dahi Wale Aloo is a flavorful potato curry made with yogurt. This quick and easy Indian potato curry is tangy and spicy, perfect for a fast/ vrat meal! Also, this is cooked with very basic spices. Debjani's Note I've made Indian potato and yogurt curry many times, and every version… Read more »

Janmashtami Special Recipes - Here are some delicious recipes from across India to try for Gokulashtami! These aren't your typical fasting foods, but a delightful mix you can prepare for Gokulasthami or Krishna Jayanti. Janmashtami recipes vary widely from state to state in our country, and you'll discover countless perfect… Read more »

Let's talk about Dishi Amra-r Ambol! You might know it as Amrar Tok, or even the fancier Bengali Hog Plum Chutney. But hold on, it's not quite chutney. This is true Bengali Ambole, a kind of tangy condiment we simply call "ambol" in everyday life. It's made with the seasonal… Read more »