Nagaland Axone Pork Curry Fermented Soybean Deep Naga Flavour

Method

1. 1

   Place pork pieces in a heavy pot with 2 cups water.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil. Skim any foam.

3. 3

   Add crushed garlic, sliced ginger and dried Naga chillies.

4. 4

   Reduce to medium. Cover and cook 25 minutes until pork is beginning to soften.

5. 5

   Add axone. Stir well — the axone will dissolve partially into the broth, creating a dark, intensely fragrant base.

6. 6

   Continue simmering covered on medium-low for 20 to 25 more minutes until pork is completely tender.

7. 7

   Uncover. Cook on medium 5 minutes to concentrate the broth slightly.

8. 8

   Season with salt. The preparation should be intensely savoury and fragrant from the axone, with the pork falling apart.