Bhurta, vorta, bhorta, bharta or chokha[1] is a lightly fried mixture of mashed vegetables in the cuisine of the Indian subcontinent. [2] Some variations of this dish are baingan bhurta and aloo bhurta.

This sharp and tangy mashed potato dish is delicious and a breeze to make. There are various iterations of it: bhorta (meaning mashed) in Bengal, bharta in Northern India and chokha in Bihar.

Dive into the world of bhorta with spicy mashed potatoes, eggplant, and fish. Discover these rich, flavorful recipes today!

Apr 14, 2020 · Bhorta is the simplest and ultimate comfort food from Bangladesh and the Bengal region of India. It's a basic mishmash of vegetables and/or fish that has been cooked, boiled, or smoked …

Jun 13, 2025 · Bhorta is popular in Bangladesh. While bharta, especially baingan ka bharta – made of cooked and mashed brinjals – is popular across Indian cuisines, the Bengali Muslim or Baangal …

Bhortas or bhartas are a group of dishes mainly associated with Bangladesh. The group encompasses various combinations of mashed herbs, vegetables, or fish whose base typically combines mustard …

Oct 31, 2025 · Bhorta is a beloved traditional Bengali dish that captures the essence of simplicity and flavor in every bite. This vegetarian bhorta recipe is a celebration of mashed vegetables blended with …

Jan 30, 2024 · In her new cookbook Made in Bangladesh, Dina Begum calls bhorta “the quintessential soul food of Bangladeshi cuisine.” The canon of bhortas is vast, and includes hundreds of varieties …

Jan 16, 2025 · Bhortas are the openers to a Bangladeshi meal. They are intended to be spicy, tangy, or fresh palate opening blends that are mixed with steaming hot rice to start the meal.

Dec 10, 2024 · With the added texture and protein of shrimp, this bhorta offers a satisfying meal when served with hot rice or chitoi pitha. The vibrant mix of spices and fresh herbs not only warms the …