Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey to Bengal, India, where aromatic spices dance with fresh, seasonal produce. Discover the vibrant Bengali Butternut Squash and Chickpeas (Garbanzos) Curry, a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and leave you craving more. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of roasted butternut squash, tender chickpeas, and a melange of aromatic spices that create a rich, comforting curry. Alongside this main course, embark on a flavorful adventure with three additional Bengali recipes that showcase the region's diverse culinary heritage. Indulge in the tangy and refreshing Tomato Chutney, the perfect accompaniment to balance the richness of the curry. Transport your taste buds to coastal Bengal with the aromatic Bengali Fish Curry, a celebration of fresh seafood simmering in a fragrant coconut-based sauce. And don't miss the classic Bengali Mishti Doi, a sweet and creamy yogurt dessert that will leave you feeling utterly satisfied. Get ready to embark on a culinary voyage that will tantalize your senses and leave you craving more.
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BENGALI BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHICKPEAS GARBANZOS
This recipe by Anjum Anand caught my eye. A vegetarian curry is made with butternut squash, chickpeas and the Bengali spice mixture, panch phoron (a blend of equal quantities of fenugreek, nigella seeds, fennel seeds, cumin and mustard seeds or celery seeds), also known as Bengali five-spice). I had most the ingredients so I was able to put it together quickly and easily. I did tweak to make the recipe work for us. Serve as a side or main over rice.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Beans
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan over a medium heat. Add bay leaf, panch phoran and chillies and fry for 1-2 minutes, stirring well to combine.
- Add the onion, stir to coat in the spices, and fry for 4 minutes, or until softened and golden-brown.
- Add the ground turmeric, cumin and coriander, the salt, sugar and ginger and stir well. Add a 1/2 of water, stir and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
- Add the butternut squash pieces and 1/2 - 1 cup boiling water. Bring the mixture to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender.
- Add the chickpeas, ground garam masala and fennel seeds and another splash of water if necessary to keep the mixture loose. Add more salt and sugar, if you like, to taste. Stir well and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, or until warmed through. Serve immediately.
BENGALI BUTTERNUT SQUASH
This vegetarian curry is made with butternut squash, chickpeas and the Bengali spice mixture, panch phoran. This recipe serves four.
Provided by Food Network
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan over a medium heat. Add the asafoetida, bay leaf, panch phoran, and chiles, and fry for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring well to combine.
- Add the onion, stir to coat in the spices, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, or until softened and golden brown.
- Add the ground turmeric, cumin and coriander, the salt, sugar, and ginger paste, and stir well. Add a splash of water, stir, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the butternut squash pieces and the boiling water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan with a lid , and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender. The butternut squash is cooked once a knife goes smoothly all the way through without putting any pressure on it. Cook the squash any longer than this and it begins to break up. Take care not to stir too often.
- Add the chickpeas, ground garam masala and fennel seeds and another splash of water if necessary to keep the mixture loose. Add more salt and sugar, if you like, to taste. Stir well and continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until warmed through. Serve immediately.;
BUTTERNUT SQUASH & CHICKPEA TAGINE
Make this tasty vegetarian tagine that kids will love as much as grown-ups. It's a great way to serve four of their five-a-day and it's freezeable
Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield Serves 2 adults + 2 children
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy-based pan, then slowly cook the onions for around 10 mins until starting to caramelise. Stir in the garlic, ginger and spices and cook for a further 2 mins. Add the vegetables and canned tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Put the lid on and simmer for around 15 mins or until all the veg are tender. Stir in the chickpeas, heat through and serve with couscous or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
CHICKPEA CURRY (GARBANZOS)
With a picture! A delicious, easy, stovetop vegetarian Indian curry that makes a yummy lunch! Based on a recipe I got from MrCurrys.com with a sample of their wonderful curry seasoning powder.
Provided by SaraFish
Categories Curries
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Saute onions in olive oil for 3 minutes.
- Add ginger, garlic and curry powder (I use about 3 teaspoon for medium-spicy), stir and cook for another minute or so.
- Add chickpeas and salt and a tablespoon or so of water.
- Cook and stir about a minute.
- Add tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring gently.
- Add another spoonful of water if it seems dry or if it's burning or sticking.
- Serve with flatbread and rice.
SAUTEED CHICKPEAS/GARBANZOS
Posted in response to a request. This is a recipe from my dad's vegan cookbook. My sister used to be vegan, so he made it up for her and the rest of us, if we wanted to try the recipes.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil and saute onions for 2 minutes, stirring.
- Add garbanzo beans and saute 7 minutes more, stirring frequently.
- Add reserved bean and tomato juices, cumin, chili powder, and salt and cook, uncovered, on low to medium heat for 5 minutes to reduce sauce to gravy consistency.
- Add drained tomatoes, mix well, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.5, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 1055.1, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 11.1
Tips for Perfect Bengali Butternut Squash and Chickpeas Curry
- For the best flavor, use a ripe butternut squash. Look for one that is firm and has a deep orange color. - If you don't have time to roast the butternut squash, you can use pre-cut butternut squash from the grocery store. - To make the curry more flavorful, use a good quality garam masala. You can find garam masala at most Indian grocery stores or online. - If you don't have coconut milk, you can use unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk. - Serve the curry with rice, quinoa, or your favorite flatbread.Conclusion
This Bengali butternut squash and chickpeas curry is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. The curry is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, if you like your curry spicy, you can add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder curry, you can reduce the amount of chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add other vegetables to the curry, such as carrots, potatoes, or green beans.
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