কাঁচা লঙ্কা মুরগি
A fiery Bengali chicken curry where fresh green chilies are the star, delivering a sharp, fresh heat balanced by mustard oil and spices. Typically eaten with steamed rice or paratha, it’s a popular home-cooked dish in contemporary Bengali cuisine, especially favored by those who love bold flavors.
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A modern Bengali dish reflecting the region’s love for pungent mustard oil and fiery chilies. Unlike milder historical curries, this is a bold, everyday meal for chili lovers, often paired with rice to temper the heat. It’s rarely served at festivals but is a staple in urban Bengali households.
1. Heat mustard oil until smoking, then cool slightly. 2. Sauté onions until golden, add ginger-garlic paste and spices. 3. Add chicken and brown lightly. 4. Toss in green chilies ...
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Uses more dried red chilies for a deeper heat
Sometimes includes a splash of vinegar for tanginess
Pratima Dey — Bangla Ranna: The Bengali Kitchen
Bong Eats — Green Chili Chicken Recipe
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Wide carbon steel pan — develops the prized socarrat crust
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