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Traditional Bengali Recipes: Sweets have a special place in the traditional food of West Bengal, and one of them is 'Plastic Chutney'. The name may sound a bit strange, but its taste is amazing. It is called 'plastic' because its texture is shiny, slightly transparent and sticky, which looks like plastic. Usually this chutney is made from raw mangoes and is served at the end of the meal at weddings or special occasions. Everyone likes its sweet and sour taste.

material to make

• Raw mango (cut into thin slices) – 2 cups
• Sugar – 1 cup
• Water – ½ cup
• Panchphoron – ½ tsp
• Dry red chilli – 1-2
• Raisins – 2 tbsp
• Salt – as per taste
• Oil – 1 tsp

Method of preparation (Step-by-Step)

step 1

First of all, heat oil in the pan. When the oil becomes slightly hot, add panchphoran and dry red chilli and fry until the aroma comes out.

Step 2

Now add chopped raw mangoes to it and cook on medium flame while stirring for 2-3 minutes, so that the mangoes become a little soft.

Step 3

After this add water and sugar in it. Mix well and let it cook on low flame so that the sugar dissolves and turns into syrup.

Step 4

When the mangoes are cooked well and the syrup starts thickening, then add raisins and salt to it. Cook it until the chutney starts appearing slightly transparent and shiny.

Step 5

Turn off the gas and let the chutney cool down. As it cools, it will become even thicker and stickier, which is its original texture.

special tips

Cool this chutney and serve it. It tastes delicious with Luchi, Puri, Khichdi or dal-rice. In Bengal it is also served as a sweet at the end of the meal.

• Do not cook the mango too much, otherwise it will get mashed and become like a paste.
• Cook the syrup on low flame to give it the right consistency.
• If you like mild spiciness, you can also add a pinch of red chili powder.
• For a richer flavour, you can add a little fennel or cardamom powder to it.
• Serve the chutney only after it cools down, only then you will get its right taste and texture.
• If you want, you can make it more special by adding cashew nuts or almonds to it.
• This easy and delicious 'Plastic Chutney' recipe will add a special Bengali touch to your meal. Do try it once!