This spicy chicken preparation is also commonly known as Kosha Chicken in west bengal. This spicy mutton preparation is also commonly known as Mutton Kosha in Kolkata. Kosha Mangsho is a classic delicacy cooked in a very traditional way and is usually prepared in about 40 to 45 minutes or until the meat becomes tender and soft. This is served as a side dish best with rumali roti or Indian breads.
It is one of the hot favorite mutton recipes from the Bengali cuisine and has a excellent taste with an treasured aroma which has made it the most popular side dish all over Kolkata. Preparing the Kosha Mangsho needs good amount of patience and passion for cooking it on a slow flame. It includes grinding of the masala like the onion, garlic and ginger to a smooth paste and deep frying the mutton till it blends well in the masala which results in smooth gravy and luscious mutton pieces cooked to perfect with spices. One bite and the taste burst into the mouth with whole lot of spices tingling into the taste buds making it a memorable delight to relish. In the traditional style of actually making the Kosha Mangsho had been bit of a long process but life has made it easy with the invention of pressure cooker and the mixie where things can be done faster and an easy way. Kosha Mangsho cooked at home is always a wonder dish especially prepared during feast and can be made as per the individual’s taste and choice. It is a dry, spicy meat dish cooked mostly in its own juices to make it more aromatic and flavorful.
