Bihar Delicacies

Chhath Pooja Thekua

Chhath Pooja Thekua

Servings: 2 Preparation  Dough time: 7-8 minutes. Preparing raw Thekua time: 8-9 minutes. Frying time: 10-12 minutes(each batch). Total time: 29 minutes. Chhath Puja, once primarily celebrated in Bihar, has now gained widespread popularity across India and even internationally. This ancient Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God, Surya, symbolizes gratitude and reverence for the […]

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Arbi (Taro Root) Kadhi/ Karhi

Arbi (Taro Root) Kadhi/ Karhi

Servings: 2-3 Boiling time: 10 minutes. Boiling karhi time: 20-25 minutes. Preparation time: 5-6 minutes. Frying  Aarbi time: 2-3 minutes. Seasoning time: 2-3 minutes. Total time: 47 minutes.  Karhi is a perfect example of comfort food or light food especially in northern India; it originated from Rajasthan, served with Steamed Rice or Roti. The taste

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Champaran (Aahuna) Mutton Curry

Champaran (Aahuna) Mutton Curry

His fingertips all greasy with spicy mutton and steamed rice. I know my husband’s feelings that yey! This recipe ‘Champaran Mutton’ is one of the delicacies and signature dish from Champaran, Bihar. It is called by different names too, Aahuna Mutton, Matka Gosht and Champaran Handi Mutton etc. Traditionally it is cooked in Handi (earthen

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Pumpkin Flowers Fritters (Pakoda)

Pumpkin Flowers Fritters (Pakoda)

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 6 minutes. Frying time: 6 minutes. Total time: 12 minutes. Amid the crises of covid-19 pandemic; we had enough time to enjoy and look after our balcony plants and chit-chat with them. It was also a healthier way to stay at home. Pumpkin creepers take time to grow in pot, however

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Masoor Dal kofta Gravy (Red Lentil Fritter Curry)

Masoor Dal kofta Gravy (Red Lentil Fritter Curry)

Servings: 4 Soaking time: 2 hours. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Frying kofta time: 10 minutes. Frying curry masala time: 11 minutes Cooking time: 8 minutes. Total time: 39 minutes. Masoor Dal (red lentil) fritters is one of the traditional dish from north India and Indian continents it is often served in winter or rainy season

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