This quintessential Bengali fish dish demonstrates hallmarks of Bengali cuisine — the use of mustard, a thorough preoccupation with freshness and a love of fish. Soak the cumin and mustard seeds in 4 ...

Mix together the turmeric, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and caraway seeds. Add the tilapia pieces and toss to coat. Cover and let sit for 30 minutes in the refrigerator. In a blender, combine the ...

2 fresh hot green and/or red chilies (bird’s-eye is best), slit slightly Cut the fish into pieces that are about 2″ x 1″ and rub them evenly with the salt, turmeric, and cayenne. Cover and set aside ...

Bengali households serve fish every day except Sunday. This is a moderately spicy dish, so if your tolerance for heat is low, use one green chile, two if you love heat. A third chile, cut into slivers ...

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Pakistani keema matar, ground beef curry with peas, is a one-pot delight seasoned with curry powder, paprika, chile powder, ...

In a large mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the black mustard seeds, then add the fresh chili, coconut and onion, and grind again into a paste. Transfer the paste to a medium bowl and mix in the salt ...

Sukanya Kar Bhowmik came to the United States in 2011, when her husband, Sayan, was transferred from his job in Kolkata, India, to New Jersey. Like many who settle far from home, Kar Bhowmik, a native ...

I blend a strong academic background in history (bachelor's and master's) with a passion for storytelling. A history geek at heart, I thrive on weaving narratives and enjoy the charm of classical ...

India is going to celebrate its 79th Independence Day this Friday, but the real-life saga of partition remains so real. While growing up, I heard stories from my grandma, originating from Dhaka, about ...