Doh Khlieh
An authentic non-vegetarian recipe from Meghalaya, India
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
EasyCategory
Non-VegetarianIngredients
For 4 servings
500g Pork (boneless, with some fat)
100g Pig brain (optional, traditional)
150g Onions
4piece Green chillies
20g Ginger
20g Fresh coriander leaves
15g Black sesame seeds
5g Black pepper (coarsely ground)
6g Salt
500ml Water
15ml Lemon juice
11 ingredients needed
💡 Pro Tip: Gather all ingredients before you start cooking for a smooth preparation process.
Cooking Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to prepare this authentic dish
**Boil the pork:** Place pork pieces in a pot with water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer on medium heat for 20–25 minutes until the pork is fully cooked and tender.
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**Cook the brain (if using):** If using pig brain, add it to the boiling water in the last 5 minutes of cooking. It cooks quickly and should be just set, not overcooked.
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**Cool and shred:** Remove the pork from the broth and let it cool slightly. Shred or finely chop the pork into small pieces. Chop the brain finely if using.
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**Prepare the aromatics:** Finely slice onions into thin rings. Finely chop green chillies and ginger. Roughly chop fresh coriander.
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**Toast the sesame seeds:** Dry roast black sesame seeds in a pan on low heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Lightly crush them.
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**Combine the salad:** In a large bowl, combine the shredded pork, sliced onions, green chillies, ginger, and coriander leaves.
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**Season:** Add coarsely ground black pepper, crushed sesame seeds, salt, and lemon juice. Toss everything together well.
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**Taste and adjust:** Adjust salt, chilli, and lemon juice to taste. The salad should be well-seasoned, slightly tangy, and fragrant.
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**Serve:** Serve at room temperature as a starter or side dish. Doh Khlieh is traditionally served at Khasi festivals and celebrations.
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Chef's Tips
Doh Khlieh is a Khasi pork salad — it is served at room temperature, not hot; the flavours are best when the pork has cooled slightly after boiling.
The quality of pork matters greatly; use fresh pork with a good fat-to-lean ratio for the best flavour and texture.
Black sesame seeds are traditional and add a nutty depth; white sesame can be substituted but the flavour will differ.
This dish is intentionally simple with minimal spices — the freshness of the onion, chilli, and coriander is what makes it special.
About This Dish
Doh Khlieh is a traditional non-vegetarian dish from Meghalaya, India. This authentic recipe provides exact measurements for cooking 4 servings.
- Doh Khlieh is a Khasi pork salad — it is served at room temperature, not hot; the flavours are best when the pork has cooled slightly after boiling. - The quality of pork matters greatly; use fresh pork with a good fat-to-lean ratio for the best flavour and texture. - Black sesame seeds are traditional and add a nutty depth; white sesame can be substituted but the flavour will differ. - This dish is intentionally simple with minimal spices — the freshness of the onion, chilli, and coriander is what makes it special.
Category
Non-Vegetarian
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy