Dharosh Posto
Okra in Poppy Seed Paste
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular Bengali vegetarian dish where tender okra (dharosh) is cooked in a rich, creamy paste of ground poppy seeds (posto), infused with mustard oil, green chilies, and a touch of kalonji (nigella seeds). The texture is unique, and the flavor is subtly spicy and nutty.
Key ingredients
Okra, poppy seeds (posto), mustard oil, green chilies, kalonji (nigella seeds), salt, turmeric.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes are added. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
ধাড়স পোস্তো-তে আলু দেবেন না, আর চিনি ব্যবহার করবেন না।
For the Dharosh Posto, please ensure no potatoes are added and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Potatoes (sometimes added to extend the dish), hidden sugars.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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