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On a hectic work night, nothing beats a hearty bowl of vegetable or chicken stew, isn't it? You can prepare this incredibly fulfilling one-pot dinner at any moment. As they are healthy and nourishing, stews are also a fantastic choice for conscientious eaters.
A stew is a mixture of chopped meat, fish, or vegetables cooked for a long time over low heat with a stock that barely covers them. The liquid thickens into a gravy while it cooks. In contrast, a soup (creamy or brothy) is made by simmering or boiling meat, fish, or vegetables with other components thoroughly covered with stock or water.
Popular recipes from the Roman Empire and Ireland are based on the stewing cooking method. The Europeans left behind a rich culinary legacy of regional stews, which India also takes pride in. Therefore, the Anglo-Indian community boasts rich chicken stews derived from English and Indian traditions, whereas South Indian cooks were known for their Syrian Christian-style chicken and vegetable stew. Here are some hearty stews from various Jharkhandi tribes you didn't know about.
Urad Dal
Although it is also available in Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, this tasty and incredibly nourishing Indian national cuisine is particularly well-liked in the country's southern regions. Dal is a stew made primarily with black or yellow lentils, the most popular ingredients in India. Every community has a different version of lentil stew. But the tribes of Jharkhand and the state are well known for stew or dal made with urad dal.
Munga Saag Dal
In many Jharkhandi tribal homes, munga saag daal is a mainstay. Several spices and green gram (mung dal) make this easy but filling stew. Slow cooking allows the dal to absorb the flavours of the spices and become soft and creamy. The warm spices and the earthy taste of the mung dal combine to make this dish filling and cosy. Munga, or drumstick leaves, are available all year round, making it a delicious ingredient.
Chicken Stew
A common stew among Jharkhand's tribal groups is chicken stew. A mixture of aromatic spices is used to slow-cook the chicken, resulting in a flavourful and rich soup. To make the stew a complete meal, locally grown veggies, including green beans, potatoes, and carrots, are frequently added. This stew is a favourite among locals and tourists because it combines substantial veggies, fragrant spices, and delicate chicken.
Fish Stews
As Jharkhand is close to bodies of water, having rivers and waterfalls, fish stews are a popular dish. Simmered in a hot broth with various vegetables, including tomatoes, onions, and green chillies, the fish is typically taken from nearby rivers and ponds. The fish absorb the spices' flavours, creating a tasty and nutritious meal. The flavour of the fish is complemented by the stew's acidic and spicy flavours. Fish are also obtained from paddy fields and closed wells.
Vegetable And Mushroom Stew
A healthier and lighter alternative is this vegetarian stew. Onions, garlic, and other spices are sautéed with putki and button mushrooms. After that, the mushrooms are cooked in a vegetable broth to make a tasty and nourishing soup. Tribal cultures frequently eat this stew as a side dish or light dinner. Mushrooms also mimic the flavour of chicken, making the stew more delicious.
Pork Stew
In Jharkhand, several tribal groups have a fondness for pork stew. A mixture of spices is used to slow-cook the pork, resulting in a flesh that is flavourful and soft. The stew is a filling and substantial meal frequently eaten with rice or roti. This stew is a great delicacy because of the rich flavour of the meat and the fragrant spices.
