Authentic Tripuri Bangwi with Warm Steamed Rice
A traditional Tripuri delicacy made from local sticky rice, pork, and aromatic herbs, traditionally packed in banana leaves and roasted over an open fire. It offers a wonderfully earthy flavor and unique aromatic profile.
75min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tripuri
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Drain the soaked sticky rice thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
2
Add the diced pork, crushed garlic, grated ginger, green chilies, black pepper, coriander leaves, and salt to the rice. Mix well.
3
Clean the banana leaves by passing them gently over a warm flame to make them pliable.
4
Place a generous portion of the rice and pork mixture in the center of a banana leaf.
5
Fold the banana leaf tightly around the mixture into a secure cylindrical or rectangular packet.
6
Tie the packet securely with bamboo strips or kitchen twine to ensure it does not leak during cooking.
7
Steam the wrapped packets in a steamer or boil them in a large pot of water for about 45 minutes until the rice and pork are fully cooked.
8
Remove from heat, let cool slightly, unwrap the banana leaves, and serve warm.
Ingredients
2 cups sticky rice, soaked for 4 hours
250g pork belly, finely diced
4-5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 inch ginger, grated
2 green chilies, slit
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
1 bunch coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
Banana leaves for wrapping
Strips of bamboo or twine for tying
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