Thangjing Metpa

Foxnut with seasonal herbs: A Symphony of Flavor and Tradition

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Side Dish

Healthy

Kanglei

Mashed

Spicy

Thangjing Metpa

Wednesday, February 14, 2024 By : Lukthel /

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Foxnut with seasonal herbs: A Symphony of Flavor and Tradition

10 Ingredients
15 Mins
4 People

Thangjing Metpa is a traditional Manipuri dish that celebrates the flavors of the season. It features foxnuts, also known as "Thangjing" in Manipuri, combined with a selection of seasonal herbs and spices. The foxnuts are toasted to perfection, giving them a delightful crunch, while the seasonal herbs infuse the dish with fresh and aromatic flavors. Thangjing Metpa is a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the culinary expertise of Manipuri cuisine, highlighting the harmony between local ingredients and the changing seasons. It is also used in the spicy preparations as ametpa and eromba in Manipur.

Thangjing Metpa

Preparation Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
5 minutes

Total Time
15 minutes

Servings
4 servings

Ingredients
10 ingredients

Directions
4 steps

Ingredients

Primary

	1, peeled - Thangjing (Foxnut)
	3 - Red chili
	3-4 - Ngari
	as required - Salt
	1/2 cup, chopped - Onion
	1/2 cup, chopped - Chinese chives
	1/2 cup, chopped - Coriander leaves
	1/2 of medium size, chopped - King Chili
	1 small piece, crushed - Ginger
	1/2 cup, chopped - Drop wort

Directions

1
Roast the chillies till crisp and grind coarsely. Add 1 tablespoon water and keep aside.
2
Roast or steam the ngari and add to the chillies, add salt and make a paste.
3
On a plate, mix well the Foxnuts with the paste and ginger.
4
Add the seasonal herbs and mix it slightly. Now garnish with the chopped king chili and onion and coriander leaves.