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Manipur Food: 7 popular Manipuri dishes

Manipur offers a delectable array of traditional dishes that showcase the state's rich culinary heritage. Here are seven must-try Manipuri dishes

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Kangsoi

A flavorful and nutritious soup prepared with a mix of leafy greens, seasonal vegetables, and a hint of bamboo shoots.
 

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Eromba

A spicy stew made with fish, vegetables, and bamboo shoots, flavoured with traditional spices like sichuan pepper and served with rice.
 

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Ooti

A traditional Manipuri curry typically made with seasonal vegetables, lentils, and the smoky flavor of ngari.
 

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Ngari

Fermented fish, a popular ingredient in Manipuri cuisine, adds a unique and tangy flavour to various dishes.
 

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Singju

A refreshing salad made with finely shredded cabbage, lotus stem, banana flower, and other vegetables, seasoned with a tangy dressing.
 

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Paknam

A dessert made from rice flour and jaggery, shaped like small dumplings and served as a sweet delicacy.
 

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Chamthong or Kanghou

A hearty vegetable stew featuring yam, pumpkin, and other seasonal vegetables simmered in a light, flavorful broth.
 

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