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Special Mutton Biriyani (Kacchi Biriyani)
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Special Mutton Biriyani (Kacchi Biriyani)

Special Mutton Biriyani (Kacchi Biriyani) Recipe  There are common sayings that “biriyani is not just food, it is an emotion” and almost everyone will…

Chicken Pulao (Morog Pulao)
PolaoRice/Biriyani/Polao

Chicken Pulao (Morog Pulao)

Chicken Pulao (Morog Pulao) Recipe  Whenever polao is being made in my house, my day is automatically happy. The smell flies in from the kitchen, of Polao…

Poha – Flattened Rice Breakfast
Rice/Biriyani/Polao

Poha – Flattened Rice Breakfast

Poha Recipe  I am vaguely familiar with Poha. Poha recipes are not popular or at all common in Bangladesh, not by the name Poha at least. More on that…

Plain Polao / Flavored Rice by Sabrina Hasan
Rice/Biriyani/Polao

Plain Polao / Flavored Rice by Sabrina Hasan

Munia’s Famous Polao : The Star of Every Gathering Our friends all agree—Munia’s polao isn’t just a dish; it’s an experience. Every bite is packed with…

Chattogram’s Traditional Orsh’s Akhni Biriyani
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Chattogram’s Traditional Orsh’s Akhni Biriyani

Chattogram’s Traditional Orsh’s Akhni Biriyani Chattogram, also known as Chittagong, is a region rich in cultural heritage and culinary traditions. One of…

Thai Fried Rice (Khao Phat) – Classic Stir-Fried Jasmine Rice
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Thai Fried Rice (Khao Phat) – Classic Stir-Fried Jasmine Rice

I love fried rice . So much so that it is one of the only few items I tried to make prior to my cooking sessions. But what I made for a late night snack was…

Kacchi Biriyani by Rima Khan
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Kacchi Biriyani by Rima Khan

Kacchi Biryani, a revered gem of Bengali cuisine, stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions woven into every mouthful. Rooted in…

Matar Panir Pulao by Tanvi Fahim
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Matar Panir Pulao by Tanvi Fahim

Matar Paneer Pulao is a popular Indian rice dish that combines basmati rice with green peas (matar) and paneer (a type of Indian cheese). It’s a flavorful and…

Chicken Akhni (Yakhni) Polao by Arshia Talha
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Chicken Akhni (Yakhni) Polao by Arshia Talha

Bengali cuisine is a treasure trove of flavors, and when it comes to culinary adventures, Chicken Yakhni prepared in Bengali style adds a whole new layer of…

Chicken Biriyani by Sadia Moon
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Chicken Biriyani by Sadia Moon

Chicken Biryani Chicken Biryani is a popular and aromatic rice dish in Bangladeshi cuisine. It is made with fragrant long-grain basmati rice, tender…

Ilish Pulao by Shahnaj Parvin Alley
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Ilish Pulao by Shahnaj Parvin Alley

Ilish Pulao Ilish Pulao, also known as Hilsa Pulao, is a popular Bengali rice dish that combines the rich flavors of Hilsa fish (Ilish in…

Kacchi biriyani by Hafsa Taslim
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Kacchi biriyani by Hafsa Taslim

Kacchi Biriyani Mutton Kacchi Biryani is a mouthwatering Bangladeshi dish that combines tender pieces of mutton with fragrant basmati rice, aromatic…

Spicy Tehari by Salowa Shampa
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Spicy Tehari by Salowa Shampa

Spicy Tehari Spicy Tehari is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that is popular in Bangladesh. It is a variation of the traditional Tehari, which is a…

White/Shada Khichuri by Jannatul Farhana Rupa
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White/Shada Khichuri by Jannatul Farhana Rupa

Shada Khichuri White khichuri, also known as “Shada Khichuri” in Bengali, is a delectable and comforting dish that holds a special place in Bangladeshi…

Chicken Mandi Biriyani by Tanzina Hossain Nira
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Chicken Mandi Biriyani by Tanzina Hossain Nira

Chicken Mandi Biryani Chicken Mandi Biryani is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that is highly popular among Bangladeshi people. This delectable fusion…

Chicken Biriyani by Lucky Akhter
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Chicken Biriyani by Lucky Akhter

Chicken Biriyani Chicken Biryani is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is a popular and beloved…

Beef Tehari with Mustard Oil by Jannatul Ferdaus
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Beef Tehari with Mustard Oil by Jannatul Ferdaus

Beef Tehari in Mustard Oil Beef Tehari in Mustard Oil is a flavorful and aromatic Bangladeshi dish that combines succulent beef pieces with fragrant rice…

Bangladeshi kacchi Biriyani by Afsana Nupur
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Bangladeshi kacchi Biriyani by Afsana Nupur

Kacchi biriyani Kacchi Biryani is a traditional and popular dish in South Asian cuisine, especially in Bangladesh and parts of India. It is a…

Beef biriyani By Bilkis Ara Shipa
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Beef biriyani By Bilkis Ara Shipa

Beef biriyani Beef biryani is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish made with tender beef, fragrant spices, and long-grain basmati rice. It is a…

Chicken Biryani Recipe by Warizah Hayat
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Chicken Biryani Recipe by Warizah Hayat

Chicken Biryani Chicken Biryani is a popular and flavorful rice dish that originated in the Indian subcontinent but has gained immense…

Ilish/ Hilsa Pulao by Nusrat Farzana
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Ilish/ Hilsa Pulao by Nusrat Farzana

Ilish/ Hilsha Pulao  Ilish Pulao, also known as Hilsha Pulao, is a traditional Bengali rice dish that combines the exquisite flavors of Hilsha…

Ilish/Hilsa Pulao by Anila
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Ilish/Hilsa Pulao by Anila

Ilish/ Hilsha Pulao Ilish Pulao is a mouthwatering Bangladeshi dish that combines the exquisite flavors of Hilsa fish and fragrant rice. Each spoonful of…

Leftover Fried Rice
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Leftover Fried Rice

Bengali cuisine is renowned for its bold and unique flavors that make for an unforgettable culinary experience. One of the most popular dishes in Bengali…

Chicken Tehari by Mehrin Karim
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Chicken Tehari by Mehrin Karim

Mehrin Karim is working at an international NGO. Apart from work, she enjoys experimenting with dishes and loves cooking, and taking care of her pets. She is…

Vegetable Biriyani by Sazia Afroze
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Vegetable Biriyani by Sazia Afroze

আসসালামুয়ালাইকুম আমি সাজিয়া আফরোজ । একজন গৃহিণী। রান্নার প্রতিযোগিতায় অংশ নিতে আমার ভালো লাগে।একটু ব্যতিক্রমি ধরনের রান্না করতে পছন্দ করি। আমার ভেজিটেবল…

Hilsa Flavored Rice/ Ilish Pulao
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Hilsa Flavored Rice/ Ilish Pulao

Ilish pulao is a completely distinct recipe from the other ilish mach meals that are often made with Hilsa fish. It is commonly eaten with steamed rice. It is…

Porda biriyani by Afsa F. Wahid
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Porda biriyani by Afsa F. Wahid

Contributor’s Bio: Hello, This is Afsa F. Wahid . I’m a housewife and a mother who loves to cook and surprise my family members with new dishes. I…

Beef biriyani by Tanzina Hossain Nira
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Beef biriyani by Tanzina Hossain Nira

Contributor’s Bio: Thank you for choosing my recipe. My name is Tanzina Hossain Nira and I am a teacher at a renowned school in Chattogram. I hold an M.Sc…

Beef Tehari by Nishat Subah Chaity
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Beef Tehari by Nishat Subah Chaity

Hi! It’s me Chaity. I love to cook and try out new recipes. One day it was Eid-ul-Adha, and I didn’t know how to cook Beef curry, but I wanted to cook a dish…

Chingri Biriyani/Shrimp Biriyani/Prawn Biriyani
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Chingri Biriyani/Shrimp Biriyani/Prawn Biriyani

Chingri or shrimp is loved by everyone, starting from the kids to the elders. You can rarely find someone who doesn’t love shrimps! Chingri Biriyani is a very…

Vegetable Pulao
Rice/Biriyani/Polao

Vegetable Pulao

It’s a lazy winter morning. Although I need to wake up and start my day, I could not get a hold of the warmth and comfort of my bed. When I finally opened my…

Beef Tehari
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Beef Tehari

Beef Tehari Recipe When I crave something traditional on a busy weekend, beef tehari is the first thing that comes to my mind. What can be better than…

Mutton Tehari
MuttonRice/Biriyani/Polao

Mutton Tehari

Last Sunday was my birthday and in the afternoon, my friends came to give me a surprise. I had no idea what I could have served them to eat but my mom was…

Plain Pulao
Rice/Biriyani/Polao

Plain Pulao

Pulao, also known as pulav, is a one-pot meal that can be made in minutes and comes in a variety of flavors, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian options…

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