As the days of the festival unfold, the kitchens of Bengali homes become bustling hubs of activity. The aroma of spices fills the air as the holiday season brings a reason for the quintessential ‘Bangali’ to take a break from his or her otherwise hectic daily life and cook up a storm to satisfy the stomach and the heart, alike. Khichuri, the one-pot meal made from a blend of rice and lentils, finds a special place among Durga Puja recipes. This humble yet flavourful dish, especially when made with fresh green peas, adds a deliciously warm touch to the festivities.

Not all get a chance to drop into their ‘para (neighbourhood)’ pandal to feast on the Bhoger Khichuri (dish offered to the deity). Sometimes, even if there is a chance, people would rather give it a miss due to the scorching heat of Bengali afternoons. However, the occasion is such that without the Khichuri, Durga Puja celebrations seem incomplete. This is simply one of those Bengali dishes you can’t miss during Durga Puja!

The Bangali indulges himself or herself by making this Durga Puja special dish at home. Besides, the ‘Koraishuti/Matarshuti diye Khichuri (Peas Khichuri)’ is so easy to make that even a child can cook it! Into a pot goes a little bit of ghee. Once it turns hot, cumin seeds, bay leaves and dry red chillis are thrown in. Some ginger paste and chopped tomatoes follow suit, along with basic spices, and sugar and salt to taste.

A little simmering later, cups of water are poured in and some moong dal, chopped potatoes and Gobindobhog rice are added to the pot. The mixture is then boiled and when the ingredients are partially cooked, the green peas are added. Once cooked, teaspoonfuls of garam masala and oodles of ghee are added to the pot for the final touch.

Your mouth’s already watering, isn’t it? So is ours!

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