Dudh Patol (Milky Pointed gourd stew)

Dudh Patol is a delicate and comforting traditional Bengali dish made with pointed gourd (patol) gently simmered in milk and lightly spiced to create a mildly sweet, creamy stew. Often cooked with bay leaves, ginger, green chilies, and a hint of ghee or mustard oil, this dish is subtle in flavor and soothing to the palate.