Arunachal Pradesh is the northern most and the largest of the eight northeastern States of India. Itanagar is its capital.
As it is at the foot hills of the Himalayan range, it is very cold and thickly covered by evergreen forest. Five important rivers flow through it. The meandering mountain rivers and streams are extremely good for rafting.
There are many interesting festivals in Arunachal. One of them is the Musical festival. In this festival all the folk songs of the state are performed. The festival is held in the town of Ziro, every year from 28th September to 1st October. Music lovers, from around the globe, far and near, gather on this occasion.
Arunachal Pradesh shares international borders with China on north and east, Myanmar on the east and south and Bhutan on the west.
The Indian states, of Nagaland and Assam lie in the south.
Food:
Rice is the staple food of Arunachal served with a variety of meat, fresh or smoked and vegetables. They use bamboo shoots extensively in cooking along with local greens and herbs.
There are several ethic communities in Arunachal and Galo is one of them. In Galo, Eeku means fermented wet bamboo shoot.
Here is an old favourite, – Eeku Dal which is mildly favoured with bamboo shoot.
Eeku Dal – Dal with Bamboo shoots
Eeku dal is very easy and simple. We are using the preserved and grated bamboo shoots instead of the fresh bamboo shoot. The dal is mildly favoured with sourness from the bamboo shoot and green onion leaves to tickle your taste buds. Do try it once.
You need:
100 gm masoor dal
1inch piece of ginger
½ tsp of turmeric powder
Salt to taste
For tempering:
1 medium size onion
30 gm bamboo shoot
A few scallions /green onion leaves
1 tbsp mustard oil/refined oil
Method:
- Wash and peel the ginger and onion. Chop them finely.
- Wash the onion leaves and chop them finely and keep them aside.
3. Wash the dal and put it in a pressure cooker.
4. Add salt, turmeric powder, ginger and 1 cup of water. Cover it with the lid and cook. After the first whistle lower the heat to minimum and cook the dal for 3 more minutes.
5. Switch off the heat and allow the cooker to cool down by itself.
6. Open the cooker and check if the dal has been cooked.
7. If it is cooked add 2 cups of warm water and stir gently. If not, add 1 cup of warm water and cook it for another minute.
8. Heat a pan and add 1 tblsp of oil. 9. Add the chopped onion and fry for few seconds.
10. Add the bamboo shoot and saute for a minute or so till you get the aroma of the bamboo shoot.
11. Add the chopped green onion leaves. Saute for a few seconds more.
12. Pour the dal over the fried spice.
13. Add some more water if it is too thick. Boil the dal for about 1minute or so, and switch off the heat.
14. The dal is ready to be served. You can serve it with cooked rice or with bread/roti as a soup.
Happy Cooking !
Coming up next ….…………………… Dal from Assam
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Looks Yummy! Never made dal with bamboo shoots! Will try it out!
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Thank you Akanksha.
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Glad to see Dal on the table
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Glad to see that Dalonthetable is back with its interesting recipes…Thank you!
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Looks very interesting! Will have to try making this dal for sure.
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Thank you Abha.
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Forests of Arunachal Pradesh are a vital component of the state’s ecosystem. They support a rich biodiversity, regulate climate and water cycles, prevent soil erosion, and hold significant cultural and economic value for local communities. Preservation and sustainable management of these forests are essential for maintaining the ecological balance and ensuring the well-being of future generations.
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Thank you so much. It is very encouraging to hear from you. Please keep reading …..
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