Dohthad

Dohthad

Dohthad

A Meghalayan pork dish cooked with a blend of spices and herbs, offering a unique taste of the region.

Cuisines

Meghalayan

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams pork belly
1 tablespoon mustard oil
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon black pepper powder
1 bay leaf
2 green chilies, slit
2 cups water
salt to taste
1 handful fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Add the bay leaf and ginger-garlic paste, sauté until aromatic.
  4. 4 Add the pork pieces and stir-fry until they start to brown.
  5. 5 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and black pepper powder over the pork.
  6. 6 Add the slit green chilies and salt to taste, mixing well.
  7. 7 Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
  8. 8 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the pork is tender and the water has reduced to a thick gravy, about 30 minutes.
  9. 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a more authentic flavor, cook the pork on low heat to allow the spices to infuse thoroughly.