Summer’s here, and I’m so excited to finally share my favorite summer recipes with you! I’ve been planning this collection for a while, and now feels like the perfect time to unveil it- 50+ Summer Recipe Ideas.
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Putting together this round-up of both new and older recipes from my site has been a joy, and even a bit nostalgic. It’s amazing to think I’ve been writing recipes for over 14 years! Looking back at those early creations brings back so many memories. I’ve updated them over time with new photos, tips, and instructions, but they still hold a special place in my heart.
This summer recipe collection will be updated regularly with fresh ideas alongside the classics. I’m starting with over 50 recipes, hence the name “50+ Summer Special Recipe Collection.” Who knows, maybe I’ll even reach 100 recipes in this collection someday!
Wishing you a happy summer!
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to feel great all summer long? Keep cool by wearing light, loose clothes and staying hydrated with plenty of water and refreshing fruit juices. Try to limit your time in direct sunlight. During hot spells, be sure to drink even more water and eat water-rich fruits and vegetables. Boost your energy levels with seasonal fruits like watermelon, musk melon, and berries, along with fresh salads and yogurt. It’s best to avoid spicy and fried foods, as they can raise your body temperature and lead to dehydration.
Absolutely! What people eat is influenced by the climate, the local environment, and what ingredients are easily available. Some foods are much easier to prepare in certain countries than in others.
No, not at all! While my blog does focus on Bengali cooking, this collection includes summer-friendly recipes from all over India and even some international dishes. However, because of my emphasis on Bengali cuisine, there’s still a large selection of Bengali summer recipes to enjoy.
50+ Summer Recipe Ideas
Beat the heat this summer with these simple and delicious recipes! Stay refreshed with flavorful fruit drinks, creamy yogurt desserts, and dishes featuring the best seasonal vegetables. Specially designed for hot weather, these light, mildly seasoned, and hydrating recipes are perfect for staying cool. Try making your own fruity popsicles, blend a refreshing watermelon smoothie, or whip up a tasty salad with fresh summer veggies. These treats will make staying indoors this summer a more pleasant experience!
Panta Bhat
Panta Bhat, a traditional Bengali dish, is made by fermenting cooked rice. To prepare it, the starch is removed from the rice, which is then left to soak overnight. The end product is the comforting and delicious Panta Bhat.
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Masoor Dal Bhorta
Masoor Dal Bhorta is a famous Bengali Vegan delicacy cooked with Red Lentil and selected spices. This dish is quite popular in Bangladesh as well as in India and we serve it with Panta Bhat mostly.
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Potol Bata
Potol Bata aka Pointed Gourd Paste is a Bengali Potol dish (entree) mostly served with Steamed Rice where the paste is prepared with roasted pointed gourd
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Banana Peanut butter ice cream
Looking for a healthy and easy-to-make dessert? Try this two-ingredient banana peanut butter ice cream recipe.
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Coconut Tapioca Pudding with Mango Recipe | Mangoo Sagoo Dessert in Coconut Milk |
Coconut Tapioca Pudding with Mango- treat yourself to a tantalizing summery treat with this delicious tapioca pudding with creamy coconut milk and sweet mangoes, guaranteed to make your taste buds sing.
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Aam Kasundi Murgi aka Bengali Style Chicken in Mango Mustard Sauce
Aam Kasundi Murgi aka Bengali Style Chicken in Mango Mustard Sauce is a tangy chicken curry prepared with green mango and mustard sauce.
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Mango Salsa
Tempt your taste buds with a tantalizingly tangy treat – mango salsa! This simple and scrumptious side dish will be ready in minutes using just ripe, juicy mangoes, a few fresh ingredients, and a sprinkle of zesty seasonings.
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Neem Begun (Stir-fried Neem leaves and Eggplant)
Aromatic neem leaves and tender eggplant cubes stir-fried to perfection, Neem Begun is a classic Bengali dish sure to tantalize your taste buds. The slight bitterness of the neem leaves pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the eggplant, making this a delightfully flavorful meal. Enjoy it as a side dish or incorporate into your favorite recipes for an added burst of flavor!
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Strawberry Banana Smoothie is a filling and healthy drink prepared with fresh strawberries and banana along with plain yogurt.
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Papaya Boat | Papaya Breakfast Bowl
Papaya Boat is a refreshing and tasty fruit cocktail topped with fresh cream, coconut cream, yogurt, or ice cream. It’s served inside ripe papaya, which adds a unique touch to the presentation.
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Tok Dal | Kancha Aam diye Toker Dal
Tok Dal aka Kancha Aam diye Toker Dal is a Summer special Bengali no onion no garlic vegan lentil soup prepared with green mangoes.
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Bengali Mishti Doi | Laal Doi
Mishti Doi is a signature Bengali Dessert and to make it as perfect as the confectioner’s shop aka Mishtir Dokan you must follow the tricks properly!
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Aam Kola Doi Chire Makha
Aam Kola Doi Chire Makha is a comforting wholesome summer food bowl prepared with ripe mango, banana, Beaten rice, and sweet curd.
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Doi Murgi | Kolkata style Doi Murgi | Bengali Curd based Chicken Curry Recipe
Doi Murgi aka Bengali Doi Chicken Curry is a curd-based Bengali Chicken Curry
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Cucumber Raita | Kheera Raita| Indian Yogurt and Cucumber Salad
Cucumber Raita is a famous Indian Condiment prepared with Cucumber and Yogurt / Curd
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Sada Ilish aka Ilisher Pani Khola (Ilish Pani Khola)
Ilish Pani Khola aka Sada Ilish is a light curry prepared with Ilish mach and also almost no spices apart from salt and green chili.
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Pyaz Diye Masoor Dal
Pyaz Diye Masoor Dal, also known as Bengali Red Lentil soup with onion, is a straightforward recipe that combines the flavors of red lentils and onions.
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Aam Kasundi aka Bengali style Mustard and Mango Sauce
Aam Kasundi is a Bengali-style Mango and Mustard Sauce/ spread prepared with green Mangoes, Mustard seeds, mustard oil, and garlic. This is a no-preservative recipe
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Fresh Fruits and Yogurt Popsicles | Breakfast Popsicles
Beat the heat and satisfy your sweet tooth with these fruity and refreshing yogurt popsicles that are easy to make and healthy too.
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No-Churn Fresh Cherry and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Indulge in the flavors of summer with No-Churn Fresh Cherry and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream.
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Banoffee Panna Cotta with Cherry Compote
The famous Italian dessert Panna Cotta is boosted with the English flavors of Banoffee Pie; that is what my Banoffee Panna Cotta is all about.
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Katoya Data Chorchori
Bengali Style Mix-veg with Drumsticks or Katoya Data Chorchori is a summer special Bengali vegetarian delicacy well served with steamed rice and Daal
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Watermelon, Black Olive and Feta Cheese Salad
Watermelon, black olives, and feta cheese make a delicious salad. This salad is perfect for summertime!
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Mango Mastani
Mango Mastani is a mango, milk and ice cream-based thick milkshake especially famous in Pune, Maharastra
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Strawberry Tart
Treat yourself to the simple pleasure of a homemadeStrawberry Tart! This recipe is a delightfully easy way to bake a stunning anddelicious dessert, perfect for any gathering.
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Strawberry Orange Popsicle
Looking for a healthy and delicious summer treat? Try making these Strawberry Orange Popsicles with only four ingredients!
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Rajasthani Kadhi Pakoda
Rajasthani Kadhi Pakoda, a renowned Indian side dish that features fried dumplings made with Gram flour, is a curd-based curry that doesn’t include onions or garlic.
Kulfi
Treat your taste buds to something special – homemade Kulfi Faluda! This luscious treat is made with a blend of creamy goodness, crunchy nuts, and the delicate flavor of saffron. It’s easy to make and sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Malabar Fish Curry
Kerala style Coconut milk and tamarind based fish curry with a tempering of curry leaves: Malabar Fish Curry is an ultimate fish dish from the southern state of India
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Aloo Posto
Aloo Posto, a classic dish in Bengali cuisine, consists of a rich potato curry made with a creamy blend of Poppy Seeds aka posto dana aka Khuskhus.
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Bengali Kolai Dal | Biulir Dal | Bengali Urad Dal Recipe
Traditional Bengali delicacy, Kolai Dal a.k.a Biuli Dal is a no onion no garlic lentil preparation
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Bengali Rui Macher Jhol Jhinge, Aloo diye
Bengali Rui Macher Jhol Jhinge, Aloo diye is a very simple and delicious recipe of Bengali Macher Jhol cooked with seasonal vegetables. It is a traditional Bengali fish curry prepared with Ridge Gourd and other fresh ingredients.
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Pat Shaker Jhol | Pat Patar Jhol
Cooked with the fresh leaves of Jute, Pat Shaker Jhol aka Pat Patar Jhol is a quintessential Bengali clear soup which is vegan as well as gluten-free.
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Begun Borir Ambol aka Bori Beguner Ambol
Begun borir ambol, a delightful condiment from Bengali cuisine, combines the flavors of aubergine and dried lentil dumplings to create a sweet and savory runny concoction.
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Thandai
Thandai, a delightful milk-based drink, is a summertime favorite and practically synonymous with Holi! Known for its refreshing and cooling properties, it’s the perfect beverage to beat the heat. While convenient Thandai Concentrate is readily available in stores, I prefer the homemade version, as it’s surprisingly easy to prepare. Here’s my quick and simple Thandai recipe.
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Kancha Aamer Chutney
Aamer Chutney, a zesty delight from the land of Bengal, is made with succulent green mangoes and a generous helping of sugar. Spices are added to bring out the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Enjoy this delectable condiment with your favorite dishes for an extra burst of flavor!
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Kochi Pathar Jhol | Aloo diye Mangshor Jhol | Bengali Baby Goat Meat Curry
Kochi Pathar Jhol, or Runny Mutton Curry, is a classic Bengali mutton or goat dish. This light curry features tender baby goat meat, prepared with just a few spices and absolutely no added fat.
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Mourola Maacher Tel Chorchori Kacha Aam Diye
Mourola Maacher Tel Chorchori Kacha Aam Diye, a Bengali mishmash-like curry cooked with raw mangoes and Freshwater small fish Mourola Maach, this dish is perfect for a summer meal. The tangy flavors of the mangoes pair perfectly with the fish, making it a delicious and refreshing dish.
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Kumro diye Ilish Macher Jhol (Hilsa fish curry with Pumpkin)
Kumro diye Ilish Macher Jhol is a subtle yet flavorful Bengali Hilsa fish curry cooked with Pumpkin.
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Kalojire Bhorta | Kalijira Bata
Kalojire Bhorta is a flavorful Bhorta aka Bata that comes from Bengali cuisine. Also known as Kalijira Bata, this bhorta is made with Kalonji (or Nigella Seed) and some selected spices. A small amount of this Bhorta is enough to top off a plate of rice. It’s a real treat that is sure to satisfy any appetite.
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Posto Diye Laushak Bhate | Bengali Bottle Gourd leaves Mash with Poppyseed Paste
Posto diye Laushak Bhate; a simple Bengali vegan and gluten-free mash prepared with bottle gourd leaves and poppyseed paste is worth having with steamed rice and Daal!
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Kalojire diye Macher Rosha
Kalojire diye Macher Rosha! Tangy Big Carp (Rohu or Katla) fish curry tempered with Nigella seed! Deep-fried fish is cooked with a tangy curry sauce and then served with steamy rice to soak it all up.
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Bengali Mutton Stew with Veggies in a pressure cooker | Shobji diye Mangshor Jhol
Bengali Mutton Stew with Veggies aka Shobji diye Mangshor Jhol is a comforting mutton stew cooked with loads of veggies
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Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Here is a quick and tasty Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mushroom Sauce recipe. This Creamy mushroom pork tenderloin is a family favorite and I make this pork and mushroom dinner quite often.
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Narkel Doodh Pulao
Narkel Doodh Pulao aka Bengali Coconut milk Pulao is a flavorful Bengali Pulao cooked with coconut milk and flavorful Gobindobhog Rice.
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Choco-Swirled Strawberry Cashew Butterscotch Popsicles
These Choco-Swirled Strawberry Cashew Butterscotch Popsicles are the perfect summer treat These popsicles are prepared with a milkshake!
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Dim er Surua (Bengali Egg Surua or Egg Stew)
Dim’er Surua is a runny and flavorful Egg Curry cooked with milk and selected spices which are mostly whole spices. A red color runny curry which is completely different from the regular egg curry.
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Mangshor Jhol (Bengali light Mutton curry with big fat Potato chunks)
Preparing Bengali-style Mutton Curry in a pressure cooker is a beginner-friendly recipe. This delightful dish, known as Aloo diye Mangshor Jhol, is packed with flavor.
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Pish-Pash aka Pish Pash, the Indian Rice, and Chicken Hotchpotch
Pish-pash, also known as Pishpash, is an Anglo-Indian dish made with rice, chicken, and potatoes. It has a simple, mild flavor with minimal spices. This comforting meal is similar to other Indian dishes like khichdi, kedgeree, and porridge.
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Basa Fish Curry with Coconut Milk
Basa Fish Curry cooked with Coconut Milk, Curry Leaves, and Bengali Five spices aka Panch Phoron. This is a super easy Indian fish Curry recipe which is comforting as well.
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Maach Makha | Bengali Fish Salad | Maach-er Bhorta
Maach Makha aka Macher Bhorta aka Mach Sana is a light fish salad prepared with freshwater carp and a few basic ingredients. The recipe is super easy and this salad is comforting yet loaded with Bengali flavors.
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Mango Pudding | Mango Pudding recipe without Gelatin or Agar-agar
Easy 4 ingredients no gelatin no agar-agar vegetarian Mango Pudding recipe
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Aam Shol aka Shol Macher Tawk
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Perfect Tiramisu Recipe
Tiramisu is a classic no-bake Italian dessert. Here I will share the perfect Tiramisu Recipe considering the Indian temperature
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Magur Macher Rosha
Magur Macher Rosha is a delightful and comforting Bengali fish curry that is cooked using Asian catfish, also known as Magur Mach, and potato chunks. This dish is a staple in many Bengali homes
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Panch Phoron Murgi | Bengali Chicken Curry with Panch Phoron
Panch Phoron Murgi, also known as Manch Phoron Murgi or Bengali five-spice chicken curry, is a delightful twist on the traditional Bengali Murgir Jhol. Instead of the usual spices, we use a blend of five Bengali spices to infuse this chicken curry with a light and flavorful essence.
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Chicken Salad
My go-to chicken salad recipe usually includes some type of vegetable that can be used in salads, plus a flavorful dressing. We enjoy it when it’s made with a light and crisp flavor, accompanied by some type of bread.
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Chingri Bati Chorchori | Chingri Macher Batichorchori
Chingri Bati Chorchori is a Bengali-style one-pot curry cooked with fresh prawns and veggies.
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Begun Borir Ambol aka Bori Beguner Ambol
Begun borir ambol, a delightful condiment from Bengali cuisine, combines the flavors of aubergine and dried lentil dumplings to create a sweet and savory runny concoction.
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Bread and Butter Pudding
Bread and Butter Pudding is a traditional British dish made with old bread, butter, and a creamy custard sauce. This dessert is also called Anglo-Indian Pudding in India.
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Bori Aloor Jhal
Bori Aloor Jhal is a vegetarian and vegan Bengali delicacy prepared with Potato and sun-dried lentil dumplings. The gravy is mustard-based.
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Pui Chingri Ghonto aka Malabar Spinach Mishmash with Prawns (with Potato and Pumpkin)
Pui Chingri Ghonto aka Malabar Spinach Mishmash with Prawns (with Potato and Pumpkin) is a Bengali-style mishmash prepared with Greens and Prawns.
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Charapona Macher Kabiraji Jhol aka Charapona Macher Jhol
Charapona Macher Jhol, also known as Charapona Macher Kabiraji Jhol, is a delicately flavored stew that is made from small freshwater fish and vegetables.
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Omelette er Torkari | Bengali Mamlette er Torkari | Omelette Curry
Tantalizingly spiced, Omelette er Torkari aka Mamlet er Torkari is a classic Bengali dish of potatoes and omelette chunks that will warm your heart and soul. Enjoy the comforting flavors of this light curry!
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Avial
Avial is a famous Keralian or Udupi sidedish prepared with several vegetables.
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Bacon Jam
Here’s a simple bacon jam recipe, perfect for adding a special touch to your meals, and this version doesn’t include any alcohol.
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Mawa Ghater Ilish Macher Lejar Bhorta | Ilish Macher Bhorta
A dish called Ilish Macher Lyajar Bhorta, which is a Mash made with Hilsa fish, is well-known in Bangladesh. However, it is particularly renowned in Mawaghat, where street-side restaurants serve it.
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Lau Chingri
Lau Chingri (Bottle Gourd cooked with Prawns) is a quintessential Bengali delicacy cooked with no onion and no garlic and is a comfort dish
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Chingri Shutki Bhorta | Dried Prawn Paste
Paraphrase Shutki Chingri Bhorta is a classic prawn paste recipe that hails from Bangladesh. It makes for an excellent accompaniment to steamed rice as a starter.
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Pancakes topped with Dulce de Leche and Fresh Fruits
Whip up the best Pancakes topped with Dulce de Leche and Fresh Fruits, using this simple recipe!
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Kacha Aamer Ambol | Aamer Tawk
Kacha Aamer Ambol, otherwise known as Amer Tawk, is a popular Bengali-style condiment made from raw mangoes and is widely enjoyed as a summer delicacy.
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I am Debjani Chatterjee Alam. A CSR specialist by profession and a food writer, food blogger, and food photographer as well. I live in Kolkata along with my Husband Mehebub who is an architect by profession, my daughter Pasta, and also my dog daughters Coffee and Luchi.
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