Cultural signature · Meghalaya

Jadoh: Khasi Soul Food

A deeply savoury Khasi rice dish perfumed with ginger and pepper.

Prep
20m
Cook
60m
Serves
5 people
Spice
Medium
Khasi jadoh rice served on a ceramic plate

Instructions

  1. 01

    Prepare the ingredients

    Wash, measure, and arrange every ingredient before you begin cooking.

  2. 02

    Build the aromatics

    Warm the oil, add the whole spices, and cook until fragrant.

  3. 03

    Bring the dish together

    Fold in the remaining ingredients and cook gently until the flavours settle.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with tungrymbai or a fresh salad.

The Story

Meghalaya’s market-day comfort food.