Zan
Thick finger millet (ragi) porridge. A staple of the Monpa tribe of Tawang, eaten with vegetables, fermented soybean or cheese.
Ingredients
- Ghee — 2 tbsp (whole)
- Ragi Flour — 80 g (ground)
- salt (optional) (whole)
- Water — 1 cup (whole)
Method
- Wash and prepare all ingredients for Zan. Chop vegetables, marinate protein if needed.
- Prepare the dough/batter with flour, salt, and water. Knead well and rest for 15 minutes.
- Divide into portions. Roll out or shape as needed. Add stuffing if applicable.
- Cook on a hot tawa with ghee/oil, or deep fry until golden brown.
- Adjust salt and spices. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot.
Common questions
- How many calories in one plate of Zan?
- 129 kcal per plate.
- How much cooking time?
- 20 min — 5 min prep, 15 min cooking.