By Nandini Bhushan
Bengal is known for its rich art and culture but at the same is looked upon as a pilgrimage for food lovers. Bengali cuisine offers a perfect blend of vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food. The secret of the flavoursome cuisine is the unique blend of sweets and spices that gives it a distinct taste. Let us bring together a few of the popular Bengali dishes.
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Mishti Doi
The classic Bengali dessert Mishti Doi is popular for its irresistible taste and velvety melt-in-mouth texture. Mishti Doi is an integral part of all the auspicious celebrations. Although it originates from Bengal, it is equally relished across the country for its fond flavours.
Ingredients
(Serving for 4)
Full cream milk: 1 liter
Yoghurt: 1 cup
Sugar: ¾ cup
For caramel
Sugar: ½ cup
Water: ¼ cup
Step 1
Heat full cream milk and add sugar to it. Reduce the flame and let it cook til the milk reduces to half.
Step 2
Remove from the flame and let it cool down.
Step 3
In a thick bottom pan add the remaining sugar, let it boil and caramelize. As it starts to bubble, switch off the heat. Add water and stir well with the caramelized sugar and let it cool.
Step 4
Add the mixture to the reduced milk and stir to combine them all together.
Step 5
Add the yoghurt and whisk it well.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into an earthen pot and keep in a warm place for six to seven hours.
Step 7
Once set, keep in the refrigerator and serve chilled.
