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A hearty and aromatic pork curry from Nagaland, featuring tender pork belly cooked with tangy fermented bamboo shoots and the fiery heat of king chilies. This rustic dish is a true taste of Northeast India, best enjoyed with a steaming plate of rice.
For 4 servings
Prepare Aromatics
Sear the Pork
Sauté and Simmer
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A hearty and aromatic pork curry from Nagaland, featuring tender pork belly cooked with tangy fermented bamboo shoots and the fiery heat of king chilies. This rustic dish is a true taste of Northeast India, best enjoyed with a steaming plate of rice.
This indian recipe takes 75 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 708.11 calories per serving with 13.31g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Add Bamboo Shoots and Finish Cooking
Serve
For a deep, smoky flavor, substitute fresh pork belly with smoked pork belly, a common variation in Nagaland. You may need to adjust the salt content if the smoked pork is already salty.
Add one large potato, cubed, along with the water in step 3 for a more substantial and heartier curry.
For added complexity, stir in a handful of local greens like mustard leaves or fermented taro leaves (anishi) during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Pork is a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Pork belly is a good source of B vitamins, especially B12, B6, niacin, and thiamine, which are crucial for converting food into energy and maintaining brain health.
Fermented bamboo shoots, like other fermented foods, can introduce beneficial bacteria and enzymes that may support digestive health and gut flora.
A typical serving (around 220g) contains approximately 450-550 calories, primarily from the pork belly fat. This is an estimate and can vary based on the fat content of the pork.
This is a rich, high-fat dish, so it should be enjoyed in moderation. However, it's a good source of protein and B-vitamins from the pork. Fermented bamboo shoots may offer some gut-health benefits, though some probiotics may be lost during cooking.
Yes, absolutely. Fermented bamboo shoot has a very pungent, sour aroma that is characteristic of the ingredient and central to the dish's authentic flavor. It might be an acquired taste, but it's what makes the curry unique.
You can find these ingredients at specialty Asian or Indian grocery stores, particularly those that stock items from Northeast India. They are also available online from various retailers.
Definitely. You can reduce the number of Naga king chilies, or remove the seeds before crushing them. Alternatively, substitute with a milder chili like bird's eye or even serrano peppers, though this will alter the authentic flavor profile.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pot over low heat, adding a splash of water if the gravy has become too thick.