Coorg Pork Curry

Method

1. 1

   Marinate pork: Cut 750g pork into 3-cm pieces. Mix with 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 2 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp vinegar and salt. Marinate overnight.

2. 2

   Make Coorg pepper masala: Dry roast 2 tbsp coriander seeds, 2 tsp black peppercorns, 1 tsp cumin, 5 dried red chillies, 3 cloves and a small cinnamon. Grind fine.

3. 3

   Fry onions: Heat 3 tbsp coconut oil. Add 2 finely chopped onions. Cook 12 minutes until deep golden.

4. 4

   Add ginger-garlic: Add 1.5 tbsp ginger-garlic paste. Fry 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Coorg pepper masala: Add the freshly ground spice powder. Fry 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add marinated pork: Add pork with all marinade. Toss on high heat 8-10 minutes.

7. 7

   Add water: Add 1 cup warm water. Bring to a boil.

8. 8

   Pressure cook: Cover and pressure cook 6-8 whistles until pork is very tender.

9. 9

   Finish: Open and cook uncovered 10 minutes until gravy is thick and dark.

10. 10

    Serve: Adjust salt. Coorg pork curry is a signature dish of the Kodava people. Serve with akki roti or steamed rice.