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%Kalojire Bhorta Recipe Debjanir Rannaghar

Kalojire Bhorta | Kalijira Bata

Kalojire Bhorta is a flavorful Bhorta aka Bata that comes from Bengali cuisine. Also known as Kalijira Bata, this bhorta is made with Kalonji (or Nigella Seed) and some selected spices. A small amount of this Bhorta is enough to top off a plate of rice. It's a real treat that is sure to satisfy any appetite.

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Course: Entree
Cuisine: Bengali
Keyword: black seed, Debjanir Rannaghar, kalijira bhorta recipe, Kalo jire bhorta recipe, kalonji bhorta recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Calories: 100kcal
Cost: Rs 150

Ingredients

  • 50 g Kalojira/ Kalonji/ Black Seed/ Nigella Seed ½ Cup
  • 2 Tbsp. Mustard Oil
  • 2 Onion
  • 8 cloves Garlic
  • 2 Green Chillies
  • 2 Dry Red Chillies
  • 1 Tsp. Salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Start by peeling and chopping the onions.
  • Place a pan on the stove over low heat and dry-roast the Kalojire, stirring it occasionally.
  • This process should take around 2-3 minutes.
  • As the Kalojira roasts, it will release a nutty aroma.
  • Be careful not to over-roast the Nigella seed and keep stirring. Once you're done, switch the heat off and let the seeds cool before using them to make the bhorta.
  • In a pan, heat up the mustard oil.
  • Add green and red chilies and let them temper on a low flame.
  • Throw in chopped onions and keep stirring.
  • After that, put some garlic cloves in and cook for a minute.
  • Add 1 Tsp. salt and then turn off the heat.
  • Allow the mixture to cool down before you turn it into a paste.
  • You can make Bhorta using either a Grinder or Shil Nora.
  • Begin with some Roasted Kalojire that is at room temperature.
  • When you grind the kalonji, don't add any water.
  • Once done add fried onion along with the oil used to make a smooth paste.
  • To make the bhorta, you should make a smooth paste while adjusting the salt and chili to your preference.
  • To enjoy the bhorta, serve it with a plate of rice - you won't need any additional sides!
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Notes

  • Try Shil Nora/ Shil Batta for making the delicious Kali Jeera Bhorta with amazing taste.
  • If you are going to consume the bhorta within 24 hours, then you can use less oil. However, if you want to use the bhorta for a longer period of time, then extra oil is necessary in order to preserve it.
  • Store the Kalojire Bhorta in an air-tight container to ensure its freshness. 

Nutrition

Serving: 25g | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.2g | Protein: 10.5g | Fat: 21.6g | Saturated Fat: 4.4g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 308mg | Fiber: 7.7g | Sugar: 1.5g
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