What is "Durus Kura"?
“Durus Kura,” a cherished culinary dish of tradition among the displaced Rohingya community worldwide, features a delectable whole spring chicken. In the Rohingya language, “Kura” translates to chicken, giving the dish its name, while “Durus” signifies the size of a spring chicken. This culinary delight has been a timeless centerpiece at Rohingya marriage celebrations, hospitably offered to guests during various special occasions, passed down through generations.
“Durus Kura” breaking in to pieces classical way
during the Ifter with U.S. Ambassador Brian D. McFeeters(mid) & Melisa Idris (far left) –(photo by Dari_Dapur)
“Durus Kura” is Crafted from a whole, fresh spring chicken devoid of its skin; the dish involves a unique preparation method. The two drumsticks of the chicken are artfully bent and inserted beneath the ribs, with the two wings intricately cross-blocked. To achieve “Durus Kura’s” distinctive flavor and texture, the chicken is boiled in water before the upper layer is expertly fried in oil. This careful cooking process imparts delightful crispiness to the outer layer while keeping the inner meat tender and succulent, making “Durus Kura” a Rohingya culinary masterpiece dish worth savoring.
“Durus Kura” a revelation of tribal inheritance that served in occasional and non-occasional both. –(photo by Dari_Dapur)
"Durus Kura" recipe authentic Rohingya style
Highlighting the uniqueness of “Durus Kura” is an opportunity to showcase the diversity of global cuisines, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
Ultimately, by publishing an Authentic Rohingya recipe about “Durus Kura,” RRW extends an invitation to explore the world through the lens of food, promoting cultural exchange and celebrating the rich tapestry of unknown traditions that make our global community unique.
Rohingyan Traditional Recipe of "Durus Kura"
Ingredients needed for "Durus Kura":
– 1 kg whole Spring Chicken.
– Oil 1/3 part of chicken size’s,
– Onion paste 50gm,
– Ginger paste 10gm,
– Garlic paste 30gm,
– Turmeric powder 20gm,
– Garam masala/Spice 20gm,
– Salt 20gm,
“Durus Kura” serves in an unique way of shape
–(photo by Dari_Dapur)
Unique Chicken Arrangement for "Durus Kura":
– Begin by thoroughly cleaning the fresh spring whole chicken. Remove the skin from the chicken.
– Bend the two drumsticks of the chicken and carefully pierce them underneath the two ribs.
– Cross-block the two wings, creating a distinctive and visually appealing arrangement.
Applying Coating Spices on "Durus Kura"
– Combine onion paste, ginger paste, and garlic paste. Place these pastes in the chicken’s cavity.
– Then mix turmeric, spice, and salt. Apply to coat the spice mixture evenly onto the entire chicken, ensuring it is well-coated, allowing it to absorb the aromatic spices.
"Durus Kura" Boiling Process:
– Add half the required water to the seasoned chicken in a pot. And cover off the pot.
– Boil the whole chicken and switch down mid-way to the upper rest part for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse and the meat to cook.
fry the durus kura until it crisper the upper layer of the chicken.
–(photo by Dari_Dapur)
"Durus Kura" Frying to Crispy Perfection:
– After boiling, carefully remove the chicken from the water.
– Heat 1/3 of the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken, reversing and switching all parts until the upper layer becomes slightly crisper.
– Monitor the frying process to maintain the chicken’s tenderness while achieving the desired crispiness.
– Once the chicken reaches the perfect balance of crispiness and tenderness, transfer it to a serving platter and enjoy your “Durus Kura” with any salad you like.
you may enjoy the “Durus Kura” with any kind of salad you like. –(photo by Dari_Dapur)
