Cuisine : Kangsoi - How to prepare this manipuri soup

 

Kangsoi is a traditional Manipuri soup that incorporates a variety of vegetables, rice, and sometimes fish or meat. Here's a basic recipe for preparing Kangsoi:

**Ingredients:**

- 1 cup mixed seasonal vegetables (spinach, mustard greens, radish, turnip, etc.), finely chopped

- 1/2 cup rice

- 1 small onion, finely chopped

- 2-3 green chillies, chopped

- 1 small piece of ginger, grated

- 1 tablespoon mustard oil

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

- Salt to taste

- Water

**Instructions:**

1. **Rinse the Rice:**

   - Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. **Vegetable Preparation:**

   - In a pot, combine the mixed seasonal vegetables, chopped onion, green chillies, and grated ginger.

   - Add water to cover the vegetables and bring it to a boil.

3. **Adding Rice:**

   - Once the vegetables start to cook, add the rinsed rice to the pot.

   - Allow the rice and vegetables to cook together until they are soft and well-cooked.

4. **Preparing the Tempering:**

   - In a separate pan, heat mustard oil.

   - Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.

   - Add turmeric powder to the tempering and quickly stir.

5. **Combining the Elements:**

   - Pour the tempering mixture into the pot of cooked vegetables and rice.

   - Mix well, ensuring the flavors blend together.

6. **Seasoning:**

   - Add salt to taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference.

7. **Serving:**

   - Once everything is cooked and seasoned, Kangsoi is ready to be served.

   - Serve it hot as a comforting and hearty soup.

Kangsoi is known for its simplicity and wholesome flavors. The use of various seasonal vegetables and the tempering with mustard oil and cumin seeds contribute to its unique taste. Enjoy Kangsoi as a nutritious and delicious part of Manipuri cuisine!