Dohneiiong
Contains nuts
A rich and flavorful Meghalayan curry made with pork and black sesame seeds, known for its unique taste and aroma.
Cuisines
Meghalayan
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 500 grams | pork, cut into cubes |
| 2 tablespoons | black sesame seeds |
| 1 tablespoon | mustard oil |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | bay leaf |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 inch | ginger, minced |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 cup | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| — | fresh coriander leaves for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Dry roast the black sesame seeds in a pan until they start to crackle, then grind them into a fine powder and set aside.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add the bay leaf and sauté for a few seconds.
- 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 5 Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute.
- 6 Add the turmeric powder and red chili powder, and stir well.
- 7 Add the pork cubes to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- 8 Add the ground sesame seeds and mix well to coat the pork.
- 9 Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Stir well.
- 10 Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes or until the pork is tender.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, marinate the pork with a little salt and turmeric powder for 30 minutes before cooking.