SELLER: Kheti Culture

ITEM: Small Beans (Naga Dal)

WEIGHT: 150g

ORIGIN: Nagaland, India

Naga Dal With Smoked Pork Recipe

(Source: Hangry Naga )

Ingredients:

• 2 cups dried beans, soaked overnight

• Salt, to taste

• 4-5 dried red chillies

• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced  

• 150g smoked pork (for flavor, can be more as desired) 

• 3 whole potatoes, peeled

• 1 tbsp chilli flakes 

• 2-3 tbsp fermented bamboo shoots  

• 5 cloves garlic, smashed

Instructions:

1. Initial Cooking of Beans:

   • In a pressure cooker, add the soaked beans, a pinch of salt, dried red chillies, and ginger slices.

   • Cook for 5-6 whistles or until beans are tender.

2. Adding Pork and Vegetables:

   • Add the smoked pork and whole potatoes to the cooker.

   • Remove the dried chillies from the pot, smash them, and return them to the mixture for added depth.

   • Stir in chilli flakes and the fermented bamboo shoots.

3. Final Cooking:

   • Add the smashed garlic cloves for an aromatic finish.

   • Pressure cook for an additional 5 whistles to allow the flavors to meld and potatoes to soften.

    Check seasoning and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh coriander if desired. Enjoy your smoky, spicy, and hearty stew!