Carrot Bhorta (mashed carrot)
Carrot Bhorta, also known as Mashed Carrot, is a delicious and popular dish in Bengali cuisine. It is a simple yet flavorful recipe made by mashing cooked carrots and blending them with spices and aromatic ingredients.
Carrot Bhorta is often garnished with fresh coriander leaves and served as a side dish with rice, roti, or paratha. Its vibrant color, subtle sweetness, and aromatic taste make it a delightful addition to any meal. Carrot Bhorta is not only delicious but also nutritious, as carrots are packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or paired with other dishes, Carrot Bhorta is a favorite among Bengalis and a testament to the simplicity and versatility of Bengali cuisine.
Contributors Bio
Cooking has been a passion of mine since childhood. Later, I was introduced to various regional cuisines, which further fueled my interest in cooking. The diversity of dishes from different districts increased my curiosity and desire to explore the world of cooking. Apart from that, I also enjoy experimenting with new types of recipes.
Out of curiosity, I tried my hand at making this unique carrot bhorta (mashed carrot). It is an unforgettable recipe, especially for bhorta (mashed) lovers among Bengalis.
ছোট থেকেই রান্না করাটা শখের বিষয় ছিলো।পরবর্তীতে বেশ কিছু আঞ্চলিক রান্নার সাথে পরিচয় ঘটে।বিভিন্ন জেলার রান্নার এই বৈচিত্র্যময়তাই মূলত রান্নার প্রতি আগ্রহ বাড়িয়ে দিয়েছিলো আমার।এসবের বাইরেও নতুন ধরণের রেসিপি ট্রাই করে এক্সপেরিমেন্ট করতেও ভালোবাসি আমি।কৌতূহলবশতই গাজরের এই ভর্তাটি বানিয়েছিলাম।ভর্তাপ্রেমী বাঙালীর জন্য একটি অনবদ্য একটি রেসিপি বলা যায়।
Ingredients
- 3 carrots medium-sized
- 3 dried red chilies or to taste
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1.5 tbsp mustard oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- First, peel the carrots and cut them into small pieces. Then, boil them in water until tender.
- Heat mustard oil in a pan and fry the dried red chilies until they turn crispy. Then, add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown and a nice aroma comes out.
- Once the carrots are cooled, mash them lightly.
- Add salt to the fried red chilies and mix well. Then, add the fried onion and combine it with the mashed carrots.
