Pudoh
Pudoh is a Meghalayan dish made from rice and pork blood, seasoned with local spices. It is a hearty meal that reflects the traditional flavors of the region.
Cuisines
Meghalayan
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Sticky Rice |
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1 cup | Pork , minced |
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1 small | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 inch | Ginger , minced |
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1 teaspoon | Black pepper powder |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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1 tablespoon | Soy sauce |
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1 cup | Water |
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2 | Banana Leaf , for wrapping |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the sticky rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- 2 Drain the soaked rice and set it aside.
- 3 In a mixing bowl, combine the minced pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, black pepper powder, salt, and soy sauce. Mix well.
- 4 Add the drained rice to the pork mixture and mix until well combined.
- 5 Heat the mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 6 Add the rice and pork mixture to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is fragrant.
- 7 Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 8 Cut the banana leaves into large squares and soften them by passing them over an open flame or dipping them briefly in hot water.
- 9 Place a portion of the rice and pork mixture onto each banana leaf square and fold the leaf to form a parcel.
- 10 Secure the parcels with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
- 11 Place the parcels in a steamer and steam for 25-30 minutes until the rice is cooked through.
- 12 Remove from the steamer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Tips
For a more authentic flavor, use fresh turmeric leaves instead of banana leaves if available.