Mylliem Khar – A Pumpkin Khar Dish from the Abode of Clouds

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Mylliem khar is a traditional Pumpkin Khar dish with String Beans from Meghalaya, a state in Northeast India, and is similar to the Assamese khar. It is made using khar, which is an alkaline ingredient made from burnt banana tree trunks, and various vegetables, meats, or fish. Here is a simple Pumpkin Khar Dish recipe for mylliem khar:

mylliem Khar

Pumpkin & Beans Khar (Mylliem Khar)

Mylliem khar is a traditional dish from Meghalaya, a state in Northeast India, and is similar to the Assamese khar. It is made using khar, which is an alkaline ingredient made from burnt banana tree trunks, and various vegetables, meats, or fish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 92 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Frying Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pumpkin cut into cubes
  • 1 cup string beans cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp khar
  • 2-3 green chilies slit
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • 1 tbsp mustard oil

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix the khar with 1/2 cup water and stir well until dissolved.
  • Heat the mustard oil in a pan and add the chopped onion and green chilies. Saute until the onion turns translucent.
  • Add the pumpkin and string beans to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes.
  • Add the khar solution, turmeric powder, salt, and enough water to cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through and the curry has thickened.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes

Mylliem khar can also be made with fish or meat, but the cooking time and method will vary. Khar should be used sparingly, as it is a strong alkaline ingredient and can cause indigestion if consumed in large amounts.
Keyword khar, meghalaya dish, pumpkin, String Bean

Here is the approximate nutrition information for a serving of Pumpkin & String Bean dish “Mylliem Khar”, based on the ingredients used in the recipe above:

  • Calories: 92
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg

Note that these values may vary depending on the specific ingredients and amounts used in the recipe. Mylliem khar is a relatively low-calorie and low-carbohydrate dish, but it is high in sodium due to the use of khar, which is a salty alkaline ingredient. It is also a good source of fiber and contains some healthy fats from the use of mustard oil.