Authentic Manipuri Vegetarian Dishes & Traditional Sides

Many people think a Manipuri meal is only about the meat, but our vegetarian sides are where the real texture and daily comfort live. If you are ordering for the week, do not skip the Kanghou or the fermented Eromba mash. These dishes balance the steamed rice and keep your palate excited every single day, making them essential for a complete meal.

In Manipuri cooking, the vegetarian sides do the heavy lifting. While our non-veg dishes often grab the headlines, it is the Ooti, the various Kangsoi preparations, and the fresh salads that make a meal feel like home.

Why our veggie sides are different:

• The Crunch Factor: Our Singju is made fresh daily with seasonal vegetables and herbs. It is not a salad that sits; it is a texturally complex dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
• Low Oil, High Flavour: We focus on clean eating. Dishes like Kangsoi are light and soupy, focusing on the natural sweetness of vegetables rather than heavy masala.
• Traditional Fermentation: We use local techniques for dishes like Eromba and Chagempomba, giving you that authentic umami kick you won't find in standard Delhi tiffin services.

How to build your meal:

If you are on our monthly subscription, we ensure your daily menu rotates these sides. When you order, ask us to include a mix of dry stir-fries (like Kanghou) and wet mashes (like Eromba) to get the full experience. We prepare these in small batches every morning and evening at our Humayunpur kitchen, so you get the freshness of a home kitchen, not a factory-made product. Whether you are vegetarian or just looking to add more greens to your plate, these are the recipes we cook for our own families.