Smoked Pork with Bamboo Shoot
A rustic Nagaland dish made with smoked pork and fermented bamboo shoot.
Smoked Pork with Bamboo Shoot
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredient Substitutes
- Bamboo shoot ā Axone
Ingredients
- Smoked pork
- Fermented bamboo shoot
- Green chilies
- Salt
- Water
Instructions
- Boil smoked pork until tender.
- Add bamboo shoot and chilies.
- Simmer until flavors blend.
Tips & Variations
Use well-smoked pork | Avoid adding spices
You will love it
Smoked Pork with Bamboo Shoot is one of the most iconic dishes of nagaland. Pork is smoked over firewood, then slow-cooked with fermented bamboo shoot, chilies, and salt. The dish is intensely smoky, earthy, and represents the Naga preference for bold, natural flavors without heavy spices.
Serving: Serve hot with rice.
Storage: Refrigerate 1 day
Tools Required
FAQ
Is it very spicy?
Medium heat.
Strong smell?
Smoky.
Gluten-free?
Yes.
Daily dish?
Yes.
Authentic cut?
Pork belly preferred.
š From Our Kitchen
This dish is a symbol of Naga food culture.
ā Kavitha, Cheffo Kitchen
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Hi, Iām Kavitha ā the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.