A delicate Kolkata-style chicken rezala slow-cooked with yogurt, cashew paste, fragrant whole spices, and ghee, creating a silky Mughlai-inspired curry celebrated for its subtle richness, refined aroma, and timeless festive elegance.
30 Minutes
4–5 Servings
Chicken Rezala emerged from Bengal’s Mughlai culinary heritage, eventually becoming one of Kolkata’s most beloved celebratory curries. Unlike heavily spiced meat dishes, rezala is admired for its pale creamy gravy, delicate aroma, and luxurious texture shaped by yogurt, ghee, whole spices, and patient slow cooking.
Served traditionally with roomali roti, paratha, or fragrant pulao, Chicken Rezala often appears during festive gatherings, wedding feasts, and leisurely family meals across Bengali households. Its subtle richness and elegant balance reflect Bengal’s unique ability to transform Mughlai influences into comforting regional dishes filled with warmth, nostalgia, and refined culinary craftsmanship.
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