Kharoli Jhol
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Kharoli Jhol is a magnifique and soulful specialty from the tribal heartlands, where toasted sesame seeds (Kharoli) are used to create a light, nutty gravy base. This preparation is a symbol of honest mountain cooking, relying on the natural oils and the smoke of the seeds to provide depth. We slow-simmer vegetables or local greens in this magnifique sesame-tempered broth. The taste is remarkably balanced—creamy, smoky, and deeply satisfying during cold winter evenings. It’s a high-quality representation of the tribal wisdom of using seeds to create magnifique and nutritious soups. I love serving this steaming hot with a big bowl of steamed rice.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- The secret to a great jhol is roasting the sesame until they are very dark but not burnt; this provides the smoky depth.
- Always use mustard oil for the authentic pungent tribal flavor profile; other oils will not provide the same character.
- Whisking the sesame powder slowly into the boiling water is the absolute secret to a professional-grade smooth consistency.
Nutritional Information(Per 250ml)
185 kcal
6g
10g
18g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.