Gundruk
Gundruk (Nepali: गुन्द्रुक pronounced [ɡund̪ruk] ⓘ) is a fermented leafy green vegetable originated in Nepal. Alongside Nepal, it is also popular cuisine in Sikkim and few regions of India, Bhutan, Myanmar and other parts of the world. The annual production of gundruk in Nepal is estimated at 2,000 tons and most of the production is carried out at the household level.
Gundruk left out in the sun for drying process | |
| Place of origin | Nepal |
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| Region or state | Nepal; Sikkim; Darjeeling and Kalimpong regions of India |
| Main ingredients | leafy green vegetables of radish, cauliflower, roots of radish |
Gundruk is obtained from the fermentation of leafy vegetables (saag; Nepali: साग). It is served as a side dish with the main meal and is also used as an appetizer. Gundruk is an important source of minerals, particularly during the off-season when the diet consists of mostly starchy tubers and maize, which tend to be low in minerals.
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