Jadoh Snam
A rich and hearty rice dish cooked with pork blood, spices, and herbs, offering a robust flavor profile.
Cuisines
Meghalayan
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
|
1 cup | Basmati rice |
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250 grams | Pork belly , cut into small pieces |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
|
1 inch | Ginger , minced |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Black pepper powder |
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1 teaspoon | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
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1 handful | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes, then drain.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- 4 Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
- 5 Add pork belly pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- 6 Stir in turmeric powder, black pepper powder, and salt.
- 7 Add the drained rice to the pan and mix well with the pork and spices.
- 8 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- 9 Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes.
- 10 Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For extra flavour, use whole spices like bay leaves and cinnamon sticks in the oil first.