Khamen Ashinba Kanghou

Khamen Ashinba Kanghou

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. 1 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke slightly.
  2. 2 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  4. 4 Add the pork pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  5. 5 Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
  6. 6 Add the diced potatoes and fresh green peas, mixing well with the spices.
  7. 7 Add the Khamen Ashinba (fermented bamboo shoot) and mix thoroughly.
  8. 8 Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
  9. 9 Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and cook until the pork and potatoes are tender.
  10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

Adjust the amount of fermented bamboo shoot according to your preference for tanginess.