Khamen Ashinba Kanghou
A spicy stir-fry made with fermented fish and an assortment of vegetables, giving it a robust and tangy flavor that's a staple in Manipuri households.
Cuisines
Manipuri
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 200 grams | Khamen Ashinba (fermented bamboo shoot) |
| 150 grams | pork, cut into small pieces |
| 1 cup | fresh green peas |
| 1 cup | potatoes, diced |
| 2 tablespoons | mustard oil |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 2 teaspoons | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 3 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 inch | ginger, grated |
| 2 pieces | green chilies, slit |
| 1 cup | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| — | fresh coriander leaves for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke slightly.
- 2 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 3 Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- 4 Add the pork pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- 5 Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
- 6 Add the diced potatoes and fresh green peas, mixing well with the spices.
- 7 Add the Khamen Ashinba (fermented bamboo shoot) and mix thoroughly.
- 8 Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 9 Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and cook until the pork and potatoes are tender.
- 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
Adjust the amount of fermented bamboo shoot according to your preference for tanginess.