Food & Shopping

Food & Shopping

Mawlai, one of the largest and most culturally rich areas of Shillong, is a paradise for food lovers and shoppers. Whether you're looking to try authentic Khasi cuisine or shop for traditional handicrafts and local products, Mawlai has plenty to offer!

 Must-Try Foods in Mawlai

1. Jadoh – Khasi-Style Pork & Rice Dish

• A flavorful rice dish cooked with pork, turmeric, and local spices.
• Can also be made with chicken or fish.

 Where to Try:
✔ Jadoh Stalls in Mawlai Market
✔ Local Khasi restaurants & street food vendors

 Tip: Best paired with Tungrymbai (fermented soybean chutney).

2. Dohkhlieh – Khasi Pork Salad

• A refreshing salad made with boiled pork, onions, green chilies, and mustard seeds.
• Sometimes served with ginger and lime for extra flavor.

 Where to Try:
✔ Mawlai Mawdatbaki Street Food Stalls
✔ Local Khasi eateries

3. Tungrymbai – Fermented Soybean Curry

• A thick, flavorful dish made from fermented soybeans, pork, ginger, and garlic.
• A Khasi comfort food, usually eaten with rice.

 Where to Try:
✔ Home-style Khasi restaurants
✔ Local food stalls in Mawlai Market

 Tip: If you like strong flavors, this dish is a must-try!

4. Pumaloi – Steamed Rice Cake

• A soft and fluffy rice cake, usually eaten for breakfast or snacks.
• Served with tea or black sesame chutney.

 Where to Try:
✔ Local tea stalls & bakeries in Mawlai

5. Bamboo Shoot Pickles

• A spicy and tangy Khasi pickle made from fermented bamboo shoots.
• Pairs well with rice and meat dishes.

 Where to Buy:
✔ Mawlai Market
✔ Traditional Khasi spice shops

 Tip: If you love pickles and spicy food, buy a bottle to take home!

6. Dohneiiong – Pork with Black Sesame

• A rich Khasi pork dish, cooked with black sesame, ginger, and green chilies.
• Best enjoyed with steamed rice.

 Where to Try:
✔ Traditional Khasi restaurants in Mawlai

7. Sakin Gata – Sweet Sticky Rice Cake

• A Khasi dessert made with sticky rice, coconut, and jaggery.
• Steamed inside banana leaves for a natural flavor.

 Where to Try:
✔ Local bakeries & street food vendors in Mawlai Market