How to make Khasi Pork Dish “Doh Khleh” in Assam Style

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Assam is a state in India known for its unique cuisine and flavors. One of the most popular dishes of Meghalaya which is also greatly loved in Assam, is Doh Khleh Pork Dish, which translates to “meat with gravy”. This dish consists of pork cooked in an aromatic sauce made from tomatoes, onions, garlic and ginger-garlic paste. The combination of these ingredients creates a flavorful and savory dish that can be served as part of any meal or enjoyed on its own as a snack.

Doh Khleh is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious! It contains high amounts of protein thanks to the pork used in it while also providing essential vitamins such as Vitamin A and Vitamin C due to the tomato content present within it. Additionally, this dish has plenty of fiber due to all the vegetables used when making it so you can stay full for longer after eating this meal!

To make Doh Khleh at home all you need are some basic ingredients:

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Doh Khleh Pork Dish of Assam

Doh khleh is a traditional Khasi pork dish that is typically served as a salad. It is a relatively simple dish, made with boiled pork, onion, garlic, ginger, and a variety of spices. The nutritive values of the dish have been calculated and it is high in protein, fat, and carbohydrates. It also contains a good amount of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc. Additionally, it is a good source of dietary fiber and is low in saturated fat. Overall, Doh khleh is a healthy dish with a good nutrition profile.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet/ Large Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 500 gm pork cut into small cubes
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 green chillies chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 tablespoons fat from a pig’s head
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add pork cubes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add onion, garlic, green chillies, salt and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add fat from a pig’s head and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add cilantro and stir.
  • Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Serve hot.
Keyword Assamese Dish, khasi, meghalaya dish, pork