Palong Shaag Bata (Spinach Chutney - Bong style)
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Chef :
Bethica Das
Palong Shaag Bata (Spinach Chutney - Bong style)
#WDC - This is a dish indigenous to Bengal, the recipe of which is slowly fading away from cookbooks. 'Palong Shaag Bata' or Bengali-style spinach chutney is a traditional dish and has its roots in the very heart and soul of Bengali cuisine. In fact, it has been an integral part of Bengali cuisine for generations. Less common these days, it is mostly sourced only in the interiors of West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Heat oil in a Kadai / pan and temper with nigella seeds. Sauté for a few seconds. Then add the garlic and green chilies. Stir fry till light brown.
* Step 2
Now add the chopped spinach, salt, and turmeric powder. Sauté till it is dry. Keep aside to cool.
* Step 3
Then transfer the mix to a mixer jar and grind into a smooth paste without adding any water. Drizzle some raw mustard oil over it and serve with hot steamed rice.
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