Nagaland Naga Rice Beer Zing Millet Fermented Village

Method

1. 1

   Cook finger millet or sorghum until fully soft.

2. 2

   Spread on a tray and cool completely.

3. 3

   Mix the yeast starter with 2 tbsp cooled millet and a little water. Leave 15 minutes to activate.

4. 4

   In a clean clay pot combine cooled millet with activated starter.

5. 5

   Add 3 cups cool boiled water. Stir gently.

6. 6

   Cover with clean cloth. Ferment at room temperature for 2 to 4 days until pleasantly sour with a slight effervescence.

7. 7

   Strain for a clearer drink or drink unstrained with the grain solids.

8. 8

   Serve at room temperature.