– As a food chef and blogger, I am excited to share with you my birthday vlog where I prepare a special Bengali thali for my guests.
– Join me as I take you through the preparation of a traditional Bengali dinner menu filled with joy and positivity, and share the happiness of celebrating with loved ones.
Ingredients:
– Fresh fish like Hilsa, Rohu, or Katla for the main dish
– Potatoes and eggplant for the classic Bengali Aloo Begun Bhaja
– Fragrant basmati rice for steaming
– Ingredients for making a tangy mustard-based fish curry
– A variety of Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander
– Fresh vegetables and herbs for a vibrant side salad
– Saffron and cardamom for a sweet, aromatic dessert
Recipes:
– Start by marinating the fish with turmeric and salt, then frying it until crisp for the Bengali Maacher Jhol
– Prepare the Aloo Begun Bhaja by slicing the potatoes and eggplant, then frying them until golden and crispy
– Cook the fragrant rice by steaming it with whole spices like cardamom and cloves
– Create the mustard-based fish curry by blending mustard seeds, green chilies, and turmeric with water, then simmering the fish in the flavorful sauce
– Assemble a fresh side salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, and cilantro, dressed with a tangy vinaigrette
– End the meal with a luscious rice pudding flavored with saffron and cardamom, a perfect finish to the special thali
As I prepare this Bengali special thali for my guests, I am filled with positivity and happiness, knowing that the meal will bring joy to those gathered around the table. I hope this vlog inspires you to celebrate with a traditional Indian dinner menu and embrace the happiness that comes with sharing food and laughter with loved ones. Thank you for joining me on this culinary journey!