Mizoram Saum Pork Fat Boiled Mizo Rendered Daily Preparation

Method

1. 1

   Place pork belly cubes in a pot with 2 cups water, salt, turmeric, crushed garlic and whole green chilli.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil. Skim any foam.

3. 3

   Reduce to medium. Cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until almost all the water has evaporated.

4. 4

   The pork fat will render as the water reduces.

5. 5

   In the last 5 to 10 minutes the pork cubes will be frying in their own rendered fat.

6. 6

   Cook on medium stirring until each piece is golden and slightly crispy on the outside.

7. 7

   Remove from heat. The rendered fat remaining in the pan can be saved for cooking.

8. 8

   Garnish with spring onion. Serve with steamed rice.