Galho

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Galho
Pumpkin Galho.jpg
Alternative namesZawo
Place of origin India
Region or state Nagaland
Associated cuisine Naga cuisine
Created by Angami Nagas & Chakhesang Nagas
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredients Rice, Chinese Knotweed, Pork or Beef, Various vegetables

Galho, also known as Zawo, is a popular Naga food made from a mixture of rice, vegetables and various meats. It is usually served simple that is with its main ingredients but one can try or put various other ingredients into the Galho. [1] [2]

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Galho uses different kinds of ingredients such as rice, Chinese knotweed, pork or beef, various vegetables and so on.

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References

  1. "Naga cuisine: Organic is a way of life for Nagas". Indian Express . 3 April 2018. Retrieved 6 August 2021.
  2. "Recipe of Galho – Yummy Rice Dish from Nagaland". Roots and Leisure. 30 July 2017. Retrieved 6 August 2021.