Pudoh Rice

Pudoh Rice

Pudoh Rice

Steamed rice cooked with minimal spices and pork, Pudoh is a staple in Khasi households known for its simplicity and subtle flavors.

Cuisines

Meghalayan

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Build a full meal around Pudoh Rice

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Recipe

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

Ingredients

basmati rice 1 cup Basmati rice
Pork 1 cup Pork , minced
Onion 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
Garlic 2 cloves Garlic , minced
Ginger 1 inch Ginger , minced
mustard oil 1 tablespoon Mustard oil
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
black pepper powder 1 teaspoon Black pepper powder
salt Salt , to taste
water 2 cups Water
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
  2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
  4. 4 Add the minced pork to the pan and cook until it turns brown.
  5. 5 Stir in the turmeric powder, black pepper powder, and salt.
  6. 6 Add the soaked and drained rice to the pan, stirring well to combine with the pork mixture.
  7. 7 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
  8. 8 Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  9. 9 Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For an authentic taste, use mustard oil as it adds a distinct flavor to the dish.