Bihar Delicacies

Shinghara (Water Chest Nut) Masala

Shinghara (Water Chest Nut) Masala

Serving: 2-3 Preparation time: 15-17 minutes. Frying time: 13-14 minutes. Total time: 31 minutes. “As the cool breeze brings water chestnuts to the market, my kitchen fills again with their crisp melody.” “Year after year, their gentle crunch brings warmth and happiness to my table.” This is the beautiful season of fresh water chestnuts, and […]

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Meethepare/ Sakkarpare

Meethepare/ Sakkarpare

Servings: Making sugar  syrup time: 3-4 minutes. Making dough time:6-7 minutes. Frying time: 15-20 minutes. Total time: 31 minutes. “Meethe Pare that taste like old memories and new celebrations.” Sakkarpare, also known as Meethepare, is a traditional Indian sweets deep rooted in North Indian households, especially in regions like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, where it

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Lauki (Bottle Gourd) with Chana Dal (Split Bengal Gram) Sabji

Lauki (Bottle Gourd) with Chana Dal (Split Bengal Gram) Sabji

Servings: 3-4 Preparation time: 7-8 minutes. Pressure cooking time: 1o minutes. Seasoning time: 14-15 minutes. Total time: 33 minutes. “Lauki with Chana Dal Sabji (Bottle Gourd with Split Bengal Gram)” is a classic Indian comfort dish that beautifully blends health and flavour in one bowl. This wholesome sabji combines soft, juicy lauki (bottle gourd) with

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Kundru/Tendli Fry (Ivy Gourd Fry)

Kundru/Tendli Fry (Ivy Gourd Fry)

Servings: 2-3 Preparation time: 3-4 minutes. Frying time: 10-12 minutes. Total time: 16 minutes.  Kundru, also known as Tendli or Ivy Gourd, is a popular Indian vegetable loved for its unique taste and texture. This simple yet flavourful dry or fried version is a perfect side dish for everyday meals. Lightly spiced and stir-fried until

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“Kanda (Big Taro/Colocasia) ki Sabji”

Kanda ( BigTaro/Colocasia) ki Sabji

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 8-10 minutes. Frying time: 10-11 minutes. Cooking time: 8 minutes. Total time: 29 minutes. “Kanda (Taro/Colocasia) ki Sabji” is a traditional Bihari delicacy cooked the day after the Putra Jitiya fast. Once the fasting rituals are over, this spicy and aromatic dish marks the return to regular meals. It is a

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