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Jiya Surana
lifestyle
june 1, 2024
10 delicacies from Manipur
A fragrant dish with fermented fish, veggies, and indigenous greens. Mashes tomatoes and potatoes into a thick curry, perfect with steamed rice
EROMBA
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A vibrant salad of crisp veggies, roasted chickpeas, and fermented fish sauce. A crunchy, tangy, and spicy delight
SINGJU
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Spicy chili chutney made with green chilies, garlic, and fermented fish. A robust condiment that adds a kick to any meal
MOROK ΜΕΤΡΑ
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Fermented soybean cooked with veggies, rice, and sweet potato leaves. A thick, flavourful gravy showcasing Manipur's culinary heritage
CHAGEM POMBA
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Mashed potatoes mixed with mustard oil, red chilies, and salt. A subtly spicy side dish, ideal with steamed or fermented rice
ALU KANGMET
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Roasted peas and boiled pennywort. A dry, medicinal herb salad similar to singju, highlighting the local perennial plant
PERUK KANGSU
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OOTI
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A light dish of soaked peas with cumin, bay leaf, and ginger-garlic paste. Aromatic and versatile, pairs well with rice or chapatis
A sweet dish made from black rice, milk, and sugar
CHAK-HAO KHEER
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Paknam, a traditional pancake made with green vegetables, a blend of spices, herbs, fermented fish, and chickpea flour
PAKNAM
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A clear vegetable stew cooked with seasonal vegetables and herbs
CHAMTHONG
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