Kolkata biryani: Kolkata Biryani with two pieces of mutton (goat meat), an egg and a potato
Kolkata biryani: Kolkata Biryani with two pieces of mutton (goat meat), an egg and a potatoDeepanjanGhosh (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:DeepanjanGhosh) — Own work via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3AKolkata_mutton_biryani.jpg)CC BY-SA 4.0
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Kolkata biryani

A spicy rice-based dish from Kolkata in West Bengal, shaped by Mughlai cuisine and made with meat, eggs, potatoes and spices. It is especially known for its potatoes and light blend of spices.

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The name of the dish comes from the city of Kolkata in West Bengal. Rice is used as the base ingredient, and meat, eggs, potatoes and spices are added. It is best known for its use of potatoes, and is famous for its light blend of spices.

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