Kachilaa (Newari/Nepali:कचिला) is a special meat delicacy of Newars, consisting of marinated raw minced meat. Generally water bull meat is used, however lamb meat can also be used to make kachilaa.[1][2][3]
It is made by mixing minced meat with various spices such as garlic, coriander leaves, red chilli, salt and chilli powder. After mixing the ingredients, hot oil containing fenugreek seed is poured over it. Some turmeric powder is also added and the mixed again until it becomes tender.[4][5]
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References
- ^ Adhikari, Deepak (13 July 2013). "Brains and bhatti". The Star Online. AFP. Retrieved 7 May 2019.
- ^ David Reed (2002). The Rough Guide to Nepal. Rough Guides. p. 46. ISBN 978-1-85828-899-4.
- ^ Per Löwdin (1985). Food ritual and society among the Newars. Uppsala University. p. 119. ISBN 978-91-506-0593-8.
- ^ "Making Kachilaa – Boss Nepal". Retrieved 2021-03-10.
- ^ "Kachilaa - Traditional Ground Meat Dish From Kathmandu". Retrieved 2021-03-10.