How to make Anishi | Ao Naga Traditional food

How to make Anishi Ao Naga Traditional Food

Taro Leaves

Anishi is make by Taro leaves, it is an Ao Naga Traditional food which is practices from the ancient forefathers. It had become famous among the Naga's and now a days, it is slowly came to knew by the world by it's taste. And the people want to know How Anishi is made? 

So today i am going to show you how Anishi is made?

To make Anishi is quite simple but takes long duration.

2 given picture is the best taro plant to make Anishi

Methods:

* First Pluck the Taro leaves by choosing the matured one 

( do not use young leaves )

* Wrapped it by Banana leaves and keep it in the shade for 4 days. 

(in 4 days you can check the leaves turns to yellow if yes, it's right time to start the process)

* You can tear out the leaves and leave the fiber.

* Now Mashed the yam leaves using masher made by wood or Bamboo.

( never use auto machine grinder it will end up with liquid form)

* After turned to paste form, again wrapped in the Banana leaves and poke a small hole .

( Hole is to drain out the yam juice) and press it by a heavy stone. 

( Heavy stone is to help drain out the juice completely or else you anishi will itching on throat) 

* Keep pressing for around 5-6 hours.

* Now take an iron plate and put some amount of ash or sand what u have. and set on the fire for around 5-6 hours approximately. 

(can't give you the exact time because it depends on your fire. do not roast directly on the charcoal it will end up burned or bitter taste.)

* let it cool for whole night and open up the next morning. 

* Make a small spherical shape and keep in the Sun will dry up in 2 days.

and your Anishi is read to make curry.

And lastly, you can also serve with meal by adding dry chilies and Mezenga (sichuan pepper).

 

For details You can watch the video by clicking the given link: 

https://youtu.be/KEPBmgeBEFY

Thank you for giving your valuable time.