04/08/2025
PUTU - A Rare Mushroom Recipe (Rugra) from Jharkhand
🌿 Discover the Exotic Rugra Mushroom! 🌿
Welcome to our channel! In this video, we’ll show you how to cook PUTU (Rugra), a rare and seasonal mushroom found only in the dense forests of Jharkhand, India, during the early monsoon. This delicacy grows naturally under Sal or oak trees and is handpicked by locals from cracked soil beds. With its unique texture—a soft, egg-yolk-like core inside an elastic cover—Rugra is a prized ingredient that’s both flavorful and nutritious!
🍄 Why Rugra is Special:
- Found only in monsoon season and not cultivated.
- Comes in two varieties: white and brown (Chandan Rugra).
- Highly valued, costing ₹1600–2000 per kg due to its rarity .
🔥 In This Video, You’ll Learn:
âś… How to properly clean and prepare Rugra (it grows underground, so washing is crucial!).
âś… A step-by-step traditional Rugra recipe with aromatic spices like mustard oil, cumin, and garam masala.
✅ Tips to avoid overcooking—Rugra turns chewy if not cooked at the right temperature!.
đź“ś Recipe Ingredients:
- 250g Rugra
- Mustard oil, cumin, bay leaves
- Ginger-garlic paste, onions, tomatoes
- Turmeric, coriander powder, green chilies
👩🍳 Perfect Pairing: Serve this spicy, earthy curry with steamed rice or chapatis for an authentic tribal meal!
đź“Ť Did You Know? Rugra is also found in Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha, but Jharkhand remains its prime source .
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đź“Ś Credits: Recipe inspired by traditional Jharkhand cooking methods .
Disclaimer: Rugra is a wild mushroom—ensure proper identification before foraging or purchasing from trusted sources.
