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Apr82025 by abcNo Comments

কান ফোঁড়ানোর আগে যা জানা প্রয়োজন

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কান ফোঁড়ানোর আগে যেমন প্রস্তুতি আছে, পরেও তেমনি যত্ন নেওয়ার বিষয়টি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ। কান ফোঁড়ানোর সময় কানের লতির ওপরের হাড় পরিপক্ব হতে হবে আগেকার দিনে ছোট বয়সে কান ফোঁড়ানোর কাজটা মা–খালারাই করতেন। ঘরে থাকা সুই–সুতা দিয়ে দক্ষ হাতে কাজটা সারতেন তাঁরা। কানের সেই সুতা খুলে কিছুদিন পর পরিয়ে দিতেন রুপা বা সোনার রিং। সময় বদলেছে। এখনকার মায়েরা ছোট্ট মেয়ের কান ফোঁড়াতে পারলার বা চিকিৎসকের দ্বারস্থ হন। অ্যানেসথেসিয়া দিয়ে কান ফোঁড়ানো হয় বলে খুব একটা টের পাওয়া যায় না। তবে শখের বশে কান কেবল ফোঁড়ালেই হবে না, মেনে চলতে হবে কিছু বিশেষ নির্দেশনা। কান ফোঁড়ানোর আগে যেমন প্রস্তুতি আছে, পরেও তেমনি যত্ন নেওয়ার বিষয়টি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ। একটু অসাবধানতায় কানের ক্ষতি হওয়ার আশঙ্কা থাকে অনেক। কান ফোঁড়ানোর আগে প্রস্তুতি আছে আমাদের দেশে বেশির ভাগ ক্ষেত্রে দেখা যায়, মায়েরা কম বয়সেই মে...

Apr72025 by abcNo Comments

Special Beef curry in Clay pot recipe

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Ingredients: 1 kg meat 1/4 cup sour yogurt 2.5 tablespoons ginger paste 2 tablespoons garlic paste 1/2 cup fried onions (Bairista) Salt to taste 3 tablespoons meat masala (Alternatively, you can use a mix of turmeric powder, chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and high-quality fresh garam masala with a variety of spices) 1/4 cup mustard oil 1 hour for marinating Instructions: Mix all the ingredients with the meat and marinate for 1 hour. In a clay pot, add about 2 tablespoons of mustard oil. Heat it slightly, then add the marinated meat into the pot. Add 5-6 whole garlic cloves and 5-6 dried red chilies. Stir it a bit. Use some flour to seal the pot, then place it on a coal fire. (You can buy coal in the market). If you're cooking...

Apr72025 by abcNo Comments

Bottle Gourd Recipes: Peel Fritters and Seed Mash

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Bottle gourd can be used to make a variety of dishes. Here’s a simple recipe for fritters using its peel. Ingredients 1 cup boiled and finely chopped bottle gourd peel (water squeezed out) ½ cup ground red lentils (masoor dal paste) ⅓ cup chopped onion ⅓ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp cumin powder ⅓ tsp ginger paste ⅓ tsp garlic paste 1 tsp chopped green chili 2 tsp chopped coriander leaves Salt to taste 1 cup oil (for frying) Instructions In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except oil. Mix thoroughly. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into fritters. Fry them in the hot oil until they turn golden brown on both sides. Serve hot with your favorite sauce or chutney. ...

Apr62025 by abcNo Comments

Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients: 500g chicken breast 4 medium lemons 2 tablespoons black pepper powder 1 tablespoon chili powder Salt to taste 1.5 tablespoons chopped garlic 50g butter 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste 1 teaspoon flour (maida) 2 cups ice-cold water Instructions: Cut and wash the chicken pieces thoroughly. Marinate the chicken with salt, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and chili powder. Let it rest for 20 minutes. Heat a grill pan on the stove and lightly brush with butter. Once the pan is hot and smoking, sear the chicken pieces until both sides are golden brown and grill marks appear. Remove and set aside. In another pan, melt all the butter. Add chopped garlic and sauté. Add flour and stir briefly, then slowly pour in some cold water. Mix ...

Apr42025 by abcNo Comments

Beef with Milk recipe

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Ingredients: Beef – 2 kg Milk – 2 liters Ginger paste – 2 tbsp Garlic paste – 1 tbsp Cumin powder – 1 tsp Green chili paste – 1 tsp Coriander powder – 1 tbsp White pepper powder – 1 tsp Salt – to taste Oil – ½ cup Chopped onions – 1 cup Fried onions (beresta) – 3 tbsp Yogurt – ½ cup Dried plums (alu bukhara) – 6–7 pieces Cinnamon sticks – 4 pieces Black cardamoms – 2 Green cardamoms – 6 Cloves – 7–8 Bay leaves – 2 Sugar – 2 tsp Ghee – 3 tbsp Instructions: Boil 1 liter of milk until it reduces and thickens. Set aside. Wash the beef and drain well. Marinate the beef with yogurt, oil, chopped onions, whole garam masala (cinnamon, cardamoms, cloves, bay leaves), and all other spices. Let it sit for an hour. Af...

Apr42025 by abcNo Comments

Do Plants Really Purify Indoor Air?

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There’s a popular belief that certain plants, whether kept indoors or outdoors, can help purify the air by reducing pollutants. But is that really true? NASA once conducted a study that suggested some plants can purify the air in sealed indoor spaces. However, that research was done in very small, controlled environments—more like tiny chambers than real homes. According to calculations by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), based on that study, you would need around 680 plants to significantly purify the air in a typical home. Clearly, that’s not a practical solution for most of us. Indoor plants So, do plants in homes, balconies, rooftops, or small front yards offer us any real health benefits? What does medical science say? The Harsh Truth About Pollution As ci...

Apr32025 by abcNo Comments

Meatless Biryani Recipe

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Not just desserts—your Eid main course can also be a sweet delight! Instead of the usual plain polao, try making Navratan Biryani this time. Ingredients: 2 cups Basmati rice ½ cup chopped onions ½ cup diced potatoes ½ cup green peas ½ cup broccoli ½ cup cauliflower ½ cup carrots ½ cup cashew nuts 4 tbsp almonds 4 tbsp raisins 10 dried plums (alu bukhara) 2 bay leaves 4 cinnamon sticks 6 small cardamoms 6 cloves 6 tbsp oil 3 tbsp ghee Salt to taste 2 tbsp sugar ½ cup milk 4 tbsp cream (malai) A pinch of saffron 1 tsp kewra water Instructions: Wash the rice and soak it for a while. Drain it when it's half-cooked. Mix milk, cream, saffron, and kewra water and set aside. Lightly fry all the vegetabl...

Apr32025 by abcNo Comments

মস্তিষ্কের ছোট্ট ‘নীল বিন্দু’ যা ঘুম নিয়ন্ত্রণ করে

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মনোযোগ ও ঘুম নিয়ন্ত্রণের মতো গুরুত্বপূর্ণ বিষয়গুলোর সঙ্গে জড়িত 'লোকাস সেরুলিয়াস' ক্রমশ গবেষকদের আগ্রহের কেন্দ্রবিন্দু হয়ে উঠছে। এটি নিয়ে কোনো সন্দেহ নেই যে ঘুম আমাদের জীবনের অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ অংশ। যারা অনিদ্রায় ভুগেছেন, তারা জানেন ঘুম না আসা কীভাবে ধৈর্যচ্যুতি ও বিরক্তি তৈরি করতে পারে। মনে হয় যেন মাথার ভেতরে অদৃশ্য আলো জ্বলছে, আর ক্রমাগত প্রতিধ্বনিত হচ্ছে এক অবিরাম কণ্ঠস্বর। এই অনুভূতি থেকে মুক্তির জন্য যে নিঃশব্দ লড়াই, তা অনিদ্রায় ভোগা ব্যক্তিরা খুব ভালোভাবেই বোঝেন। তারা প্রায়ই মস্তিষ্কের সেই 'বোতাম' বা 'সুইচ' খুঁজে বেড়ান, যা টিপলেই সমস্ত চিন্তাভাবনা এক মুহূর্তে বন্ধ হয়ে যাবে। যদিও এমন কোনো বোতাম বাস্তবে নেই, তবে স্নায়ুবিজ্ঞানীরা এখন নিশ্চিত যে মস্তিষ্কের সজাগ থাকার পদ্ধতিটি একটি নিরবচ্ছিন্ন প্রক্রিয়া। এই প্রক্রিয়া নিয়ন্ত্রিত হয় মস্তিষ্কের জটিল নিউরোন নেট...

Apr12025 by abcNo Comments

Carrot Halwa Recipe

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Ingredients: 500 grams grated carrots 3 tablespoons ghee 1 cup milk 100 grams sugar (or to taste) 2 cardamom pods (ground) 2 tablespoons chopped almonds or pistachios 2 tablespoons raisins Carrot Halwa recipe Instructions: First, wash the carrots thoroughly and cut them into small pieces. Heat ghee in a pan and add the carrots. Stir well until they become slightly soft. Then, pour in the milk and cook on medium heat until the milk is absorbed. Once the milk is evaporated, add sugar and mix well. As the sugar melts, the halwa will begin to thicken. Add the ground cardamom and stir for a little longer. Finally, garnish with raisins and chopped nuts. Serve hot!

Apr12025 by abcNo Comments

Green Coconut Smoothie Recipe

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Ingredients: 1 cup green coconut water 1 cup green coconut flesh 1 tablespoon sugar 1 cup boiled milk 1 tablespoon rose water 2 tablespoons soaked chia seeds 2 tablespoons crushed ice 1 tablespoon chopped almonds/pistachios Instructions: Blend coconut water, coconut flesh, and sugar together. Then, add milk, rose water, chia seeds, crushed ice, and chopped nuts. Serve and enjoy!

Mar312025 by abcNo Comments

Coconut Crème Brûlée – A Tropical Twist on a Classic Dessert

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If you've ever wished crème brûlée could take a vacation to a tropical island, well, here’s your wish granted! This Coconut Crème Brûlée brings a luscious, creamy texture with a hint of exotic coconut, making every spoonful feel like a beachside getaway. And the best part? You don’t need a fancy French patisserie degree to make it! Just a few simple ingredients and an oven, and you’re all set to impress. Ingredients: 3 egg yolks ½ cup powdered sugar 1 cup coconut milk ½ cup cream Strawberry Trifle Recipe 5 Vermicelli Recipes for Eid Instructions: Whisk it up! Beat the egg yolks until smooth. Mix the magic – Add 2 teaspoons of powdered sugar, coconut milk, and cooking cream. Stir well. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Baking time: Pour the mixture into b...

Mar312025 by abcNo Comments

Strawberry Trifle Recipe

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Ingredients: For the custard: 1 cup powdered milk 1 tbsp custard powder 3 tbsp sugar 1 egg yolk ½ cup water 5 Vermicelli Recipes for Eid Coconut Crème Brûlée – A Tropical Twist on a Classic Dessert For layering: ½ cup whipped cream 1 cup vanilla cake, cut into small pieces 50g strawberry jelly powder 15-20 fresh strawberries Method: Prepare the custard: Mix powdered milk, custard powder, egg yolk, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Heat while stirring continuously until it thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool. Prepare the cream mixture: Beat the whipped cream using a beater. Once the custard cools, gently mix it with the whipped cream. Prepare the layers: Cut strawberries and vanilla cake into small pieces. D...

Mar312025 by abcNo Comments

5 Vermicelli Recipes for Eid

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Vermicelli is always a favorite during Eid or any other festival, often topping the list for guest treats. Eid without vermicelli is hard to imagine, which is why today, I’m sharing some delightful vermicelli recipes to make this Eid extra special. You can prepare these delicious variations of vermicelli with your loved ones to enhance the joy of the occasion. So, let’s explore these 5 Vermicelli recipes ! Vermicelli Shonpapri Ingredients: 1 packet vermicelli ½ cup ghee ½ cup sugar 1 cup condensed milk Almonds and raisins, as desired 2 tbsp milk powder Method: Heat ghee in a non-stick pan. Break the vermicelli into small pieces and add it to the hot ghee. Stir frequently on low heat until the vermicelli turns a light golden brown. Once it’s golden, add s...

Mar292025 by abcNo Comments

Beef Stew Recipe For Eid Occasion

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On Eid day, a variety of dishes will be cooked for lunch and dinner. If you want to try something different, Matinews presents a delicious Beef Stew recipe! Ingredients ¼ cup boiled water from rosella petals (mesta) ¼ cup red grape juice 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 3 medium-sized potatoes (cut into chunks) 3 carrots (sliced) 1 celery stick (thinly sliced) 200g button mushrooms (quartered) 1.5-2 kg beef (preferably shank, patted dry) Salt to taste ½ tsp black pepper powder 2 cups diced onion ½ cup chopped garlic ½ cup oil 1 cup whole baby onions (peeled) 3 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp flour 1 tbsp cornflour 4 cups beef or chicken stock 2 bay leaves 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp unflavor...

Mar292025 by abcNo Comments

Pan-Grilled Coral Fish Recipe

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Coral fish has a distinct taste. If you cook or fry it like regular fish, you might miss its true flavor. That’s why Matinews brings you a special Pan-Grilled Coral Fish recipe! Ingredients 700g coral fish fillet ½ cup lemon juice 1½ tsp sea salt 1½ tsp black pepper powder 50g butter 1½ tbsp full cream 2 tbsp chopped garlic ½ tsp ghee 2 tbsp olive oil 1 piece of charcoal 8-10 saffron strands Instructions Prepare the Fish: Wash the fish fillets and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Cut each fillet into six pieces. In a wide bowl, mix 1 tbsp lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper powder with the fillets. Let them marinate for 15-20 minutes. Prepare the Sauce: Heat a small pan and melt 30g butter. Add saffron and the remain...