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Mangsho Bhuna-Thick and Saucy Bengali Beef Curry
Mangsho bhuna is a bengali style of cooking beef curry without extra water added to thin out the curry gravy. It’s a thick, spicy, and aromatic beef curry—full of flavor and perfect with lots of rice.
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Bengali Khofol and Esa Bazee-Unripe Papaya and Shrimp Stir Fry
One of my favorite things that my mom makes is khofol and Esa. When cooked. Unripened papaya turns sweet and translucent, and shrimp is the perfect accompaniment for it! This Bengali dish is spicy and lightly (naturally) sweet and savory-and goes perfectly with some fluffy white rice!
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Muki and Maas-Eddo and Cod Fish Curry
Muki and Maas, or eddo and fish curry is something I’ve grown up eating regularly. I loooved eddo curry because it has the taste of a potato but it’s slimy—like okra—which I also love! This is my mother’s simple recipe that’s really easy to follow and so delicious.
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Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
Banana muffins are a perfect was to use up old bananas that can’t be eaten on their own. These banana muffins are perfectly moist, with just the right amount of sweetness. Mini chocolate chips make each bite feel like an extra special treat. These banana muffins are perfect as they are, but can also be…
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Slow Cooked Brisket-In the Oven!
If you don’t have the energy or ability for whatever reason to pop out the grill or smoker but still want a tender and delicious chunk of brisket—this method is for you! This slow and low beef brisket is made completely in the oven. The brisket is covered in a delicious dry rub, then marinated…
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Mansaf-Middle Eastern Creamy Lamb Dish
Mansaf literally translates to “large platter” because traditionally the entire dish is served and even eaten, on a large platter! It is a savory lamb dish that is slow cooked until fall apart tender, then mixed into a creamy yogurt broth, and then served over soft rice that soaks up all the juices and topped…
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Bengali Style Chinese Chicken
Bengali Chinese chicken is a delicious fusion of Bangladeshi and Chinese food that is completely unique and not like either. It’s a comforting dish perfect for sick days or an easy meal—packed full of nutrients and protein through chicken and vegetables.
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Uzbek Plov-Simplified
Uzbek plov is a simple and delicious beef and rice dish flavored with lots of sautéed onions, tender carrots, buttery chickpeas, and sweet bursts of raisins. Finish off this savory dish with intact spicy jalapeños for whoever likes a little kick and the most tender and sweet garlic bulbs.
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Batata Harra-Spicy & Tangy Fried Potatoes
Batata Harra is the perfect side dish, snack, or appetizer to any meal-especially a middle eastern one! It’s packed full of flavor and simple to make, consisting of fried potatoes, a tangy and spicy tomato sauce, and lots of fresh herb to finish it up.
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Fatteh-Middle-eastern Pita and Chickpea Salad
Fatteh is a simple middle eastern salad side dish that made with a few components including crispy pita, warm chickpeas, a garlicky yogurt sauce, and toasted pine nuts. It’s simple and quick to put together but looks beautiful and tastes delicious!
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