Forash facts for kids
Biran bhaat & Forashor Dail, a traditional Sylheti breakfast
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| Alternative names | Forash bisi |
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| Course | main dish |
| Place of origin |  Bangladesh |
| Region or state | Sylhet |
| Main ingredients | onion, oil and turmeric. |
Forash (Sylheti: ꠚꠞꠣꠡ) is a special plant that grows in winter. It belongs to the legume family, like peas and beans. Forash is very popular in Sylhet, a region in Bangladesh.
It's a type of French bean. People cook the raw Forash as a vegetable. But the most important part is its seeds. Forash is often cooked with fish or meat. It tastes great with cooked rice and Roti (a type of flatbread). Many Sylhetis live in other countries, like the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Middle East. So, Forash is dried in the sun and sent to them in packets. This way, they can enjoy a taste of home!
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Discovering Forash: A Winter Crop
Forash is a plant that grows best in winter. It needs a dry winter climate and moist soil. This is why it has been grown in Sylhet for a very long time. It first came to Sylhet from France. That's why it's called Forash in the Sylheti language.
This vegetable grows really well in the rich soil of Sylhet. In recent years, it has also started growing in other parts of Bangladesh, like Chittagong and Comilla. Because many Sylhetis around the world love Forash, it is now sent to countries like England, America, and Canada.
Cooking Forash: A Delicious Recipe
Want to know how Forash is cooked? Here are the main things you need:
- Vegetable oil
- Cinnamon
- Cardamom
- Salt
- Onions
- Chilli powder
- Turmeric
- Ground coriander
- Garam masala
How to Prepare Forash
First, you need to soak the Forash seeds in water for about 4 to 5 hours. After soaking, you take them out of their shells. Then, wash them well and let the water drain away.
Cooking Steps
1. Heat some oil in a pan. 2. Add a little salt and fry the onions with chilli, cardamom, and cinnamon. 3. If you like, you can add ginger and garlic at this stage. 4. When the onions turn a light yellow color, add about half a cup of water. 5. Once the water starts bubbling, add turmeric and chilli powder. 6. Now, you can add the Forash seeds. Mix everything well. 7. Let it cook on medium heat for a few minutes. 8. Then, pour in about one and a half cups of water. 9. Put a lid on the pan and let it cook for a bit longer on medium heat. 10. Finally, you can sprinkle some fresh coriander leaves on top for extra flavor!
