BHARTAS THE MOST POPULAR DISHES OF BANGLADESH
The word “bharta” means “mash and mix.” Bhortas are the simplest and the ultimate comfort food of Bangladesh. The key to Bangladeshi style bhortas are mustard oil, garlic, onion, and chilli. Bhortas are the most informal everyday food for Bangladeshis. It is usually a very spicy preparation. However, It can be adjusted according to your taste! Bhartas are best enjoyed with ‘Steamed rice’ and ‘Panta bhat,’ which means ‘fermented rice.’
SPINY GOURD BHARTA
কাঁকরোল ভর্তা
SERVES
4
PREPARATION
7 Mins
COOKING
40 Mins
400 g spiny gourd, washed and halved
6 green chillies, washed and halved
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
¼ cup caramelised onion
2 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon mustard oil
৪০০ গ্রাম কাঁকরোল, ঢুঁয় অর্ধেক করে কাঁটা
৬ টি কাঁকচা মরিচ, ধুয়ে অর্ধেক
½ চা চামচ হলুদ গুঁড়া
১ চা চামচ ললবণ
২ টেবিল চামচ তেল
¼ কাপ পেঁয়াজ, বেরেশ্তা
২ টেবিল চামচ ধনে পাতা, কাটা
১ টেবিল চামচ সরিষার তেল
DETAILS :
PREHEAT oven to 200ºC.
MIX the gourd with chillies, turmeric powder, salt, and 2 tablespoons of oil. Cover and bake the gourd along with green chillies until tender.
REMOVE them from the oven, and mash until smooth. In a bowl, mix well the caramelized onion, coriander leaves, mustard oil, and mashed gourd. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
