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Handia

A traditional tribal fermented rice beverage.

Handia traditional recipe from jharkhand, india

Handia

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ByKavitha

Quick Info

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 5 days
  • Servings: 6

Ingredient Substitutes

  • Rice → Millet

Ingredients

  • Rice
  • Starter culture
  • Water

Instructions

  1. Cook rice.
  2. Mix starter.
  3. Ferment for days.

Tips & Variations

Maintain hygiene

Handia - additional

You will love it

Handia is a mildly alcoholic fermented rice drink prepared by tribal communities. It is consumed during festivals and social gatherings.

Serving: Serve chilled or room temp.

Storage: Consume fresh

Tools Required

Fermentation pot

FAQ

Alcoholic?

Mild.

Tribal drink?

Yes.

Gluten-free?

Yes.

Festival use?

Yes.

Stored?

Short.

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