In Bengali homes, fish curry is not just a dish, but an emotion, which is lived every day. It's the aroma of mustard oil, and ...

South Asian cooks swear by the bite of mustard oil. But in the West, it is not as widely available. By Priya Krishna When the chef Asma Khan was growing up in Kolkata, India, she learned that there ...

In a large mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the black mustard seeds, then add the fresh chili, coconut and onion, and grind again into a paste. Transfer the paste to a medium bowl and mix in the salt ...

This quintessential Bengali fish dish demonstrates hallmarks of Bengali cuisine — the use of mustard, a thorough preoccupation with freshness and a love of fish. Soak the cumin and mustard seeds in 4 ...

When we think of Bengali cuisine, the image of fish curry served with steaming rice often springs to mind. However, this ...

Also bright (and yellow): Bengali-style fish with mustard oil, no-bake mango-lime cheesecake. By Melissa Clark Credit...Kerri Brewer for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Who would have ...

Sukanya Kar Bhowmik came to the United States in 2011, when her husband, Sayan, was transferred from his job in Kolkata, India, to New Jersey. Like many who settle far from home, Kar Bhowmik, a native ...