Bengalis have a knack for eating and making other people eat to their hearts fill. It is this shared love for food which has made our cuisine reach far and wide and has carved itself onto the hearts and minds of people who are not necessarily from Bengal. Bengali cuisine is multi-faceted, having been influenced by different cultures and regions outside it and it is this diverse and open-minded acceptance that has gained us such acclaim worldwide. This Raksha Bandhan, give your taste buds a ride and delve into the decadence and opulence that Bengali food has to offer beyond the realm of sweets. Here we have chalked out a 3- course meal ideas from breakfast to lunch and dinner for your entire family to enjoy on this auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan
Breakfast: Mughlai Paratha or Moglai Porota
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Kosha Mangsho is basically bhuna mutton in a semi-dry spicy gravy served with fluffy luchi that has been deep fried in ghee. The opulence of this dish is out of this world and as a pairing, it would be perfect way to top off an amazing day of celebration with the family. Luchi is similar to pooris, but where pooris are made from atta, luchi is made from maida which is why the light golden colour even after deep frying, whereas the pooris look more brownish. Rest assured pooris and luchi are the exact same including in its preparation.
Kosha Mangsho requires constant stirring of the mutton pieces for over an hour so your entire family can lend a hand in. And the outcome reflects that labour of love as perfectly soft pieces of mutton mixed with a host of spices, yogurt and onions makes for delectable meal that’ll surely put a smile on your face and bring an end to a perfect day of cooking and enjoyment with your family and loved ones.
