West Bengal

East India

Celebrated for its freshwater fish delicacies and exquisite milk-based sweets.

Recipes from West Bengal

Authentic Kolkata Biryani: Why It's Better with Potato

Authentic Kolkata Biryani: Why It's Better with Potato

20 mins
(160)

The most delicate and aromatic Biryani in India. Learn why the potato is the most important part!

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Bengali Shukto: The Bitter-Sweet Medley

Bengali Shukto: The Bitter-Sweet Medley

20 mins
(155)

A sophisticated mixed vegetable dish that starts every formal Bengali feast.

VegetarianGluten-Free
Bhetki Macher Paturi: The Banana Leaf Steaming Secret

Bhetki Macher Paturi: The Banana Leaf Steaming Secret

20 mins
(60)

Bhetki fish fillets marinated in mustard paste and steamed inside banana leaves. Melt-in-mouth goodness!

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Chingri Macher Malaikari: Prawns in Coconut Milk

Chingri Macher Malaikari: Prawns in Coconut Milk

20 mins
(290)

Creamy and mild prawn curry made with coconut milk and whole spices.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Cholar Dal: The Festive Lentil with Coconut Bites

Cholar Dal: The Festive Lentil with Coconut Bites

20 mins
(85)

Sweet and spicy Chana Dal with fried coconut bits. The perfect companion for Luchi.

VegetarianGluten-Free
Kolkata Biryani: The Potato & Egg Secret

Kolkata Biryani: The Potato & Egg Secret

20 mins
(510)

A mild and aromatic biryani famous for its soft boiled potato and egg.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Kolkata Kathi Roll: The Ultimate Street Food Hack

Kolkata Kathi Roll: The Ultimate Street Food Hack

20 mins
(145)

The original Kathi Roll from the streets of Park Street. Flaky paratha, juicy kebabs, and tangy onions.

Non-Vegetarian
Kolkata Style Macher Jhol: The Everyday Fish Secret

Kolkata Style Macher Jhol: The Everyday Fish Secret

20 mins
(245)

A light and healthy fish curry with vegetables, the backbone of a Bengali meal.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Kosha Mangsho: The Dark Slow-Cooked Mutton Secret

Kosha Mangsho: The Dark Slow-Cooked Mutton Secret

20 mins
(380)

A rich, dark, and spicy mutton curry. The secret is the "Bhuna" (slow sautéing) process.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Luchi-Alur Dom: The Only Sunday Breakfast That Matters

Luchi-Alur Dom: The Only Sunday Breakfast That Matters

20 mins
(95)

Snow-white fluffy Luchis served with spicy, slow-cooked baby potatoes. Pure Bengali comfort.

VegetarianVegan
Mishti Doi: The 3-Ingredient Caramel Yogurt Trick

Mishti Doi: The 3-Ingredient Caramel Yogurt Trick

20 mins
(125)

Creamy, caramel-flavored sweet yogurt. No oven needed! Learn the earthen pot fermentation secret.

VegetarianGluten-Free
Mochar Ghonto: Why Banana Flower is a Superfood

Mochar Ghonto: Why Banana Flower is a Superfood

20 mins
(40)

A traditional dry curry made with banana flowers, coconut, and tiny potato cubes. A vegetarian masterpiece.

VegetarianVeganGluten-Free
Rosogolla Masterclass: Better than Mumbai Street Food

Rosogolla Masterclass: Better than Mumbai Street Food

20 mins
(10)

Spongy cheese balls in syrup.

Vegetarian
Shorshe Ilish: Hilsa in Mustard Magic

Shorshe Ilish: Hilsa in Mustard Magic

20 mins
(210)

The queen of Bengali fish dishes. Hilsa fish cooked in a pungent mustard-green chili paste.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free
Sondesh: The Delicate Bengali Milk Sweet

Sondesh: The Delicate Bengali Milk Sweet

20 mins
(175)

Made from fresh Chenna (cottage cheese). Light, elegant, and not overly sweet.

VegetarianGluten-Free
Traditional Kosha Mangsho: The Secret to the Dark Gravy

Traditional Kosha Mangsho: The Secret to the Dark Gravy

20 mins
(115)

Velvety, dark, and slow-cooked mutton curry. The secret is in the "Kosha" (slow sautéing) technique.

Non-VegetarianGluten-Free