When it comes to West Bengal's food, Sandesh and Rasgulla are the first names that come to mind, but there are also other delicious dishes in this state that you can enjoy.
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Macher Jhol (Fish Curry)
Macher Jhol is a popular dish in Bengali curry. It is boiled with onions, spices, and potatoes and is mostly served with rice.
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Aloo Posto (Potato & Poppy Seed)
Aloo Posto is a traditional dish of West Bengal. The combination of potatoes, green chilies, and mustard oil makes it special. It is usually made in every Bengali home.
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Shukto (Mixed Vegetable Stew)
Shukto is famous among Bengali vegetarians. It is cooked with many vegetables like bottle gourd, bitter gourd, pumpkin, and potatoes. It is usually served with chapati.
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Kosha Mangsho (Mutton Curry)
Kosha Mangsho is another famous Bengali meat dish, it is a spicy mutton curry that is overcooked. It is made only on festivals or functions.
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Mochar Ghonto (Banana Blossom Curry)
Mochar Ghonto is considered a unique dish, which must be tried in Kolkata. It is a coconut-banana flower dish served with naan or pulao.
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Mishti Doi (Sweet Yogurt)
Mishti Doi means sweet yogurt or yogurt, which is formatted to get its unique taste. If you like to eat sweets, then you must try this Bengali sweet dish.
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Luchi (Deep-Fried Flatbread)
Luchi is a puri made from refined flour. It is similar to Bhature, although it is served with dal and not any curry.