Meghalaya is not only a paradise on Earth that can enchant you on visiting it but also surprise you with its unique indigenous cuisine
These are top 10 indigenous food items to enjoy in Meghalaya-
1. Putharo & DohjemA traditional flatbread Putharo is best enjoyed with a delicious pork curry known as Dohjem which can be had on visiting Meghalaya
2. DohkhliehIf you are a lover of pork, you can satiate your cravings with Dohkhlieh which is a yummy pork salad of Meghalaya
3. Wak Tangsek PuraOne of the favourite dishes of Garos is cooking pork with green vegetables but giving it an indigenous flavor with the help of powdered rice and local soda
4. Do’o KapaA chicken dish made with indigenous soda and flavoured with a variety of herbs, it is one of the popular dish of the Garos
5. KharangKnown as Dakharang or Kharang, it is a dish of smoked fish that is highly popular among the Jaintias
6. Doh SainA traditional pork dish cooked with sesame seeds, it is a popular comfort food enjoyed with steamed rice among homes in Meghalaya
7. Na’Kam BitchiOne of the integral fish dishes of the Garos is Na’Kam Bitchi which comprises of dry fish cooked with indigenous soda and some herbs
8. TungrymbaiA fermented soyabean dish of Meghalaya that is cooked with black sesame seeds, it is a highly popular food item in the state
9. JadohA rice and meat based dish popular among the Khasis is Jadoh. Ja means rice and doh means meat in Khasi language
10. Sobok ChatniA chutney made of banana flowers, Sobok Chatni is served as a common accompaniment with the indigenous food platter of Meghalaya