Pura Gahori

Pura Gahori

Pura Gahori

A popular Assamese dish where pork is roasted over an open flame and served with a blend of spices and mustard oil, offering a smoky and savory flavor.

Cuisines

Assamese

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

300 grams pork
1 tablespoon mustard oil
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
2 cups water
2 pieces bay leaves
1 stick cinnamon
2 pieces green cardamom
4 pieces cloves
salt to taste
fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the pork into small cubes and wash thoroughly.
  2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts smoking.
  3. 3 Add bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves to the oil and sauté for a few seconds.
  4. 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  5. 5 Add ginger and garlic paste, and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
  6. 6 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and oil starts separating.
  7. 7 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt.
  8. 8 Add the pork pieces and sauté on high heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  9. 9 Pour in water, cover, and let it simmer on low heat until the pork is tender and cooked through.
  10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Tips

For a richer flavor, marinate the pork with the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.