Luchi Poti

Luchi Poti

Luchi Poti

A traditional Himachali dish made from sheep intestines stuffed with liver and heart, a unique delicacy often prepared during festivals.

Cuisines

Himachali

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup black gram (urad dal)
1 cup rice
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons mustard oil
1 cup water
salt to taste
1 onion, finely chopped
2 green chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash and soak the black gram and rice together for 4-5 hours or overnight.
  2. 2 Drain the water and grind the soaked black gram and rice into a coarse paste.
  3. 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  4. 4 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  5. 5 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  6. 6 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder.
  7. 7 Add the ground black gram and rice paste to the pan and stir well.
  8. 8 Add water and salt to taste, and let it cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  9. 9 Stir occasionally until the mixture thickens and the oil starts to separate.
  10. 10 Garnish with chopped green chilies and coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

Ensure the paste is not too fine; a coarse texture is preferred for authenticity.