By Rajan Bhattacharya
October 6, 2024
Durga Puja is a celebration of Maa Durga's victory over evil. Bhog Er Khichuri, made with Gobindobhog rice and moong daal, is a sacred offering during this festival. It symbolises purity, devotion, and tradition.
150g Gobindobhog Rice 200g Moong Daal 4 Potatoes 1 small Cauliflower 2 Tomatoes 1.5 tbsp Ginger Paste 20g Cashew Nuts 20g Raisins ½ cup Coconut Slices ½ cup Coconut Paste ½ cup Green Peas 1 tsp Bengali Garam Masala 2 tbsp Ghee 8 tbsp Mustard Oil
Roast moong dal in a pan for 2-3 minutes on low flame until fragrant.
Fry cashew nuts, raisins, and coconut slices for 1 minute each, then strain.
Fry potatoes and cauliflower with turmeric and salt for 2 minutes each, then strain.
Temper oil with dried red chilli, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cumin seeds, and bay leaves.
Add chopped tomatoes and ginger paste. Cook until tomatoes soften, then add fried ingredients.
Mix in coconut paste, green peas, roasted daal, and rice. Pour boiling water and cook for 20 minutes.
Once done, mix in ghee and garam masala, then let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.