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Unit 1, Lesson 4: Bangladeshi Cuisine
Bangladeshi cuisine is rich and varied with the use of many spices. We have delicious and appetizing food, snacks, and sweets.
Boiled rice is our staple food. It is served with a variety of vegetables, curry, lentil soups, fish, and meat. Fish is the main source of protein. Fish are now cultivated in ponds. Also, we have fresh-water fish in the lakes and rivers. More than 40 types of fish are common. Some of them are carp, rui, katla, magur (catfish), chingri (prawn or shrimp). Shutki or dried fish are popular. Hilsha is very popular among the people of Bangladesh.
Panta ilish is a traditional platter of Panta bhat. It is steamed rice soaked in water and served with a fried hilsha slice, often together with dried fish, pickles, lentil soup, green chilies, and onion. It is a popular dish on Pohela Boishakh.
The people of Bangladesh are very fond of sweets. Almost all Bangladeshi women prepare some traditional sweets. Pitha, a type of sweet made from rice flour, sugar, syrup, molasses, and sometimes milk, is a traditional food loved by the entire population. During winter, Pitha Utsab, meaning pitha festival, is organized by different groups of people.
Sweets are distributed among close relatives when there is good news like births, weddings, promotions, etc.
Vocabulary List
| Word | Word | Word |
|---|---|---|
| Cuisine | Staple | Delicacy |
| Aromatic | Fermented | Indigenous |
| Condiment | Preservation | Heritage |
| Traditional | Marination | Authentic |
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is the staple food of Bangladesh?
- Wheat
- Rice
- Corn
- Barley
- Which dish is considered Bangladesh's national dish?
- Biryani
- Panta Bhat
- Bhuna Khichuri
- Fuchka
- Which fish is widely consumed in Bangladesh and known as the national fish?
- Rohu
- Hilsa
- Pabda
- Catla
- Which of the following is a traditional Bangladeshi sweet?
- Gulab Jamun
- Rosogolla
- Sandesh
- All of the above
- Which type of lentil is commonly used in Bangladeshi cuisine?
- Masoor Dal
- Moong Dal
- Chana Dal
- Urad Dal
- What is a popular street food in Bangladesh?
- Pizza
- Sushi
- Fuchka
- Tacos
- What ingredient is commonly used to enhance the flavor of Bangladeshi curries?
- Cinnamon
- Turmeric
- Mustard oil
- All of the above
Short Questions
- What is Panta Bhat?
- Why is Hilsa fish significant in Bangladeshi cuisine?
- Name two popular Bangladeshi desserts.
- How is Bhuna Khichuri different from regular Khichuri?
- Which oil is commonly used in Bangladeshi cooking?
Fill in the Blanks
Rice is the ______ food of Bangladesh. A popular fermented rice dish is ______ Bhat. The national fish of Bangladesh is ______. A common street food found in Dhaka is ______. Traditional sweets like Rosogolla and ______ are widely loved.
Answers
Word Details
- Cuisine (Noun) - A style of cooking | Bengali: রান্না-পদ্ধতি | IPA: /kwɪˈziːn/ | Example: Bangladeshi cuisine is rich in spices.
- Staple (Noun) - A main food item | Bengali: প্রধান খাদ্য | IPA: /ˈsteɪpəl/ | Example: Rice is a staple food in Bangladesh.
- Delicacy (Noun) - A special food | Bengali: সুস্বাদু খাবার | IPA: /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/ | Example: Hilsa is a delicacy in Bangladesh.
- Aromatic (Adjective) - Having a strong pleasant smell | Bengali: সুগন্ধিযুক্ত | IPA: /ˌærəˈmætɪk/ | Example: The spices made the dish aromatic.
- Fermented (Adjective) - Preserved by fermentation | Bengali: গাঁজনযুক্ত | IPA: /ˈfɜːrmɛntɪd/ | Example: Panta Bhat is fermented rice.
- Indigenous (Adjective) - Originating in a particular place | Bengali: স্থানীয় | IPA: /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/ | Example: Indigenous fruits are widely available in summer.
- Condiment (Noun) - A seasoning used in food | Bengali: মশলা | IPA: /ˈkɒndɪmənt/ | Example: Mustard oil is a key condiment in Bangladeshi cuisine.
- Preservation (Noun) - The act of keeping something in good condition | Bengali: সংরক্ষণ | IPA: /ˌprɛzərˈveɪʃən/ | Example: The preservation of dried fish is common in coastal areas.
- Heritage (Noun) - Cultural traditions passed down through generations | Bengali: ঐতিহ্য | IPA: /ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ/ | Example: Our food heritage reflects our rich history.
- Traditional (Adjective) - Related to customs and long-established practices | Bengali: ঐতিহ্যবাহী | IPA: /trəˈdɪʃənl/ | Example: Traditional sweets are an essential part of festivals.
- Marination (Noun) - The process of soaking food in a seasoned liquid | Bengali: মেরিনেশন | IPA: /ˌmærɪˈneɪʃən/ | Example: The marination process enhances the flavor of meat.
- Authentic (Adjective) - Genuine and original | Bengali: প্রকৃত | IPA: /ɔːˈθɛntɪk/ | Example: The restaurant serves authentic Bangladeshi dishes.
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is the staple food of Bangladesh? Rice ✅
- Which dish is considered Bangladesh’s national dish? Panta Bhat ✅
- Which fish is widely consumed in Bangladesh and known as the national fish? Hilsa ✅
- Which of the following is a traditional Bangladeshi sweet? All of the above ✅
- Which type of lentil is commonly used in Bangladeshi cuisine? Masoor Dal ✅
- What is a popular street food in Bangladesh? Fuchka ✅
- What ingredient is commonly used to enhance the flavor of Bangladeshi curries? All of the above ✅
Short Questions & Answers
- What is Panta Bhat?
Fermented rice soaked in water, commonly eaten with mustard and onions. - Why is Hilsa fish significant?
It is the national fish of Bangladesh and a delicacy. - Name two popular Bangladeshi desserts.
Rosogolla and Sandesh. - How is Bhuna Khichuri different?
It is cooked with ghee, fried spices, and sometimes meat. - Which oil is commonly used?
Mustard oil.
Fill in the Blanks with Answers
Rice is the staple food of Bangladesh. A popular fermented rice dish is Panta Bhat. The national fish of Bangladesh is Hilsa. A common street food found in Dhaka is Fuchka. Traditional sweets like Rosogolla and Sandesh are widely loved.
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