Mizoram Sawhchiar Rice Pork Porridge Mizo Congee Comfort

Method

1. 1

   Wash rice in cold water until mostly clear.

2. 2

   Bring 5 cups water to a boil in a heavy pot.

3. 3

   Add washed rice, sliced or minced pork, crushed garlic, grated ginger, whole green chilli and turmeric.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil. Reduce to medium-low. Cook uncovered stirring every 5 minutes for 30 to 35 minutes until the rice has completely broken down and the porridge is thick and smooth.

5. 5

   The pork will cook and flavour the porridge throughout.

6. 6

   Season with salt. The sawhchiar should be thick, pourable and deeply savoury from the pork.

7. 7

   Serve in bowls garnished with spring onion, fresh coriander and optional fried garlic slices.