By Rittwik Naskar
Bengalis celebrate the five days of Durga Puja by indulging in timeless Bengali delicacies. Here are some of the dishes that Bengalis won't go without during this festive occasion.
Soft and fluffy refined flour flatbreads paired with chana dal are the quintessential comfort food most Bengalis look forward to after Ashtami's Anjali.
The community feasts during Durga Puja entail serving khichdi on saal leaf plates alongside mixed vegetable dry curry and breaded and deep-fried brinjal slices.
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Sweet, yellow rice with dry fruits and aromatics acts as a perfect accompaniment to this delectably spicy and juicy mutton dish.
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Freshwater prawns tossed in creamy coconut milk-based gravy with Bengali whole spices is a must-have during puja festivities.
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Proving right the adage 'meat and potatoes', Kolkata Biryani serves up a plate of flavourful, aromatic rice with meat pieces and half of an aloo in each serving.
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