Introduction: Murgir jhol is a thin, soupy chicken curry often given to those recovering from illness or served on rainy days for its warming, restorative quality. Cultural Background: Murgir jhol is a thin, soupy chicken curry often given to those recovering from illness or served on rainy days for its warming, restorative quality. Unlike thicker […]
Introduction: Morog rezala is a mild, creamy chicken curry with roots in the Mughlai kitchens of old Dhaka, known for its pale golden colour and gentle use of yogurt, cream and whole spices rather than heavy chilli. Cultural Background: Morog rezala is a mild, creamy chicken curry with roots in the Mughlai kitchens of old […]
Introduction: Bhuna Khichuri is a beloved rainy-day breakfast across Bangladesh, where rice and lentils are slow-fried in spices before simmering rather than simply boiled, giving a richer, drier finish than plain khichuri. Cultural Background: Bhuna Khichuri is a beloved rainy-day breakfast across Bangladesh, where rice and lentils are slow-fried in spices before simmering rather than […]
Introduction: Masoor dal served over steamed rice is the backbone of the Bangladeshi daily meal, eaten by nearly every household regardless of region or income. Cultural Background: Masoor dal served over steamed rice is the backbone of the Bangladeshi daily meal, eaten by nearly every household regardless of region or income. Its simplicity is its […]
Introduction: Fragrant polao paired with whole roasted chicken pieces is a festive centrepiece served during Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, as well as Eid celebrations and weddings across Bangladesh. Cultural Background: Fragrant polao paired with whole roasted chicken pieces is a festive centrepiece served during Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, as well as […]
Introduction: This cool, refreshing yogurt and cucumber salad is a common accompaniment to spiced rice dishes like Machboos in Bahrain, its creamy tang balancing rich, warmly spiced mains. Cultural Background: This cool, refreshing yogurt and cucumber salad is a common accompaniment to spiced rice dishes like Machboos in Bahrain, its creamy tang balancing rich, warmly […]
Introduction: Shawarma stands are a fixture of Bahraini streets and malls, serving thinly sliced marinated meat wrapped in flatbread with pickles, garlic sauce and fries. Cultural Background: Shawarma stands are a fixture of Bahraini streets and malls, serving thinly sliced marinated meat wrapped in flatbread with pickles, garlic sauce and fries. Though its roots trace […]
Introduction: Shorbat Adas, a smooth spiced red lentil soup, is a beloved Ramadan opener across Bahrain, traditionally the first dish eaten to break the fast because it is gentle on the stomach and quick to prepare. Cultural Background: Shorbat Adas, a smooth spiced red lentil soup, is a beloved Ramadan opener across Bahrain, traditionally the […]
Introduction: Samboosa are crisp, triangular pastries filled with spiced meat, cheese or vegetables, a legacy of centuries of trade between the Gulf and South Asia. Cultural Background: Samboosa are crisp, triangular pastries filled with spiced meat, cheese or vegetables, a legacy of centuries of trade between the Gulf and South Asia. In Bahrain they appear […]
Introduction: Daqqus is a punchy, garlicky tomato and chilli relish served alongside grilled fish and rice dishes throughout Bahrain, adding brightness and heat to balance richer mains. Cultural Background: Daqqus is a punchy, garlicky tomato and chilli relish served alongside grilled fish and rice dishes throughout Bahrain, adding brightness and heat to balance richer mains. […]