Old Dhaka, one of the traditional and busiest areas of Bangladesh, is home to the Iftar Bazaar every year during the month of Ramadan. This market sells a variety of local food stalls, sweet and savoury, singara, bhajapora, fruits, and some specialty dishes. However, one of the most popular dishes in Old Dhaka is “Bada Baper Polare”.
An interesting recipe for eating 'Bor Baper Pola'
“Bor Baper Polare” is actually a special type of food, which is available in the Iftar markets of Old Dhaka and is quite popular. It is a smoked or signature meat dish, which is made with spicy meat, rice and other special ingredients. The specialty of this polare is that the pieces of meat used in it are quite large in size and it is quite tasty and soft.
Those who come to the market to eat this dish can be heard praising it. The right mix of meat with rice and the use of local spices in “Bada Baper Polare” adds extra sweetness to the taste, which makes this dish different from the ordinary pulao.
Traditional market in Old Dhaka
Old Dhaka is famous for its Iftar Bazaars during the month of Ramadan, where thousands of people break their fast together. These Iftar Bazaars are organized in many places, especially in Mohammadpur, Chawkbazar, Badamtoli, Mirzapur, and other areas of Old Dhaka.
There are various types of food here, among which “Bor Baper Polare” has occupied a special place. Many people come from far and wide to eat this food. The experience of eating “Bor Baper Polare” with a cup of tea or sharbat is truly a different kind of pleasure.
The popularity of Iftar markets
A large portion of it is usually available at stalls selling various types of meat, such as pulao, biryani, boiled meat and mutton. However, the popularity of “Bara Baper Polare” is growing especially, as it is not only popular during Ramadan, but also at other times of the year. “Bara Baper Polare” is specially decorated with the traditional flavors and culture of Old Dhaka.
Last words
Traditional dishes like “Bor Baper Polare” have won the hearts of the common people in the Iftar market of Old Dhaka and have become an invaluable part of the cultural heritage of the city. The taste of this dish at the end of Iftar brings a smile to everyone’s face. For the people of Old Dhaka, this special dish is not just for eating, but has become an artistic vision, an expression of their culture.
"Bor Baper Polare" is an example of how, amidst the traditions and diverse cuisines of Old Dhaka, such special dishes have now become a unique experience for everyone, which is gaining even more popularity during the month of Ramadan.
