Meghalaya Jadoh Ja Pork Fat Rice Mixed One Pot Everyday Khasi

Method

1. 1

   Place the small pork belly cubes in a dry pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Cook stirring for 5 to 6 minutes until the fat renders out and the pork pieces begin to brown and crisp slightly.

3. 3

   Add finely chopped onion. Cook in the rendered pork fat for 3 minutes until softened.

4. 4

   Add grated ginger and minced garlic. Stir 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add turmeric and black pepper. Stir.

6. 6

   Add washed rice. Toss in the pork fat and aromatics for 2 minutes — each grain should coat with the flavoured fat.

7. 7

   Add 3.5 cups water and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir once.

8. 8

   Reduce to the lowest heat. Cover tightly.

9. 9

   Cook 18 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid.

10. 10

    Turn off heat. Rest covered for 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Fluff gently with a fork. Garnish with sliced spring onion.

12. 12

    Serve as a complete one-pot meal.