6 Best Northeast Indian Recipes To Make At Home

We foodies often have one trait in common, our undying love for new dishes and exploring different cuisines. And if you consider yourself an ardent foodie, then this listicle has been cooked up just for you. Yes, dear readers, today we explore the flavourful dishes from the gorgeous North Eastern part of India that are packed with flavours and are pretty simple to make. So here's a list of 6 dishes in Northeast India that you can make at home.

1. Thukpa

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You may recognise this dish as one of the most famous dishes from Tibet, but did you know that it is widely consumed in Sikkim? Yes, the super flavourful broth dish is a staple in the region and it is something that you should make at home. This dish consists of a broth enriched with spices that enhance the flavour along with noodles drenched in it. The best part is that you can make both vegetarian or non-vegetarian versions of the dish depending on your preference. It seems like a perfect choice on a rainy day to us!

Here's The Recipe | Thukpa

2. Kelli Channa

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A popular Manipuri recipe, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes and is pretty easy to make. Cooked using chickpeas and oodles of spices, this dish is packed with flavours and will turn you into a fan. The glaze on the boiled chickpea, complete with its creamy texture makes it a perfect snacking option. We can totally see ourselves munching on this yummy while watching our favourite show on Netflix, can you?!

Here's The Recipe | Kelli Channa

3. Naga Pork Curry

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Naga Pork Curry is one of the most popular delicacies from the Northeast of India. Each state has its own version and this one is flavoured with bamboo shoots and raja chilli AKA king chilli, which is also one of the hottest chillies in the world. Making this recipe is pretty simple and can be enjoyed with some steamed rice. If you are someone who enjoys some heat in your food then this recipe is definitely something that might be up your alley.

Here's The Recipe | Naga Pork Curry

4. Pumpkin Ombhal

If you are someone who considers yourself an adventurous foodie then this recipe is something that you have to try. In fact, it might just test your limits as it uses both jaggery and tamarind! A delicacy that many are fond of, making this recipe is not that difficult. It uses a bunch of easily available ingredients and barely takes any time to cook. We think it looks pretty cool, to be honest.

Here's The Recipe | Pumpkin Ombhal

5. Do O Kalai

Also known as the pahadi chicken curry, this delicacy is from Meghalaya and if you are someone who relishes chicken curry then you must definitely give this a try. It uses minimal spices and the chicken is cooked along with the skin. Touted to be a fantastic combination of chicken and lentils, this pahadi style curry can be devoured both with roti and rice. We will probably go with the rice. How about you?!

Here's The Recipe | Do O Kalai

6. Jadoh

The next one is a recipe for all those of you who love rice to the moon and back and again cooked in pork fat. This flavourful recipe will take your love for chawal through the roof. There are several versions of this popular recipe and you can customise it, based on your preference as well. If you are a vegetarian you can also make this recipe without the use of meat.

Here's The Recipe | Jadoh

So these were some of the dishes from this gorgeous part of the country that you must make at home. We are sure there are many more recipes that are worth trying so let's get on with this mammoth of a task today itself!