Thoiding Asuba - Traditional Manipuri Perilla Seed Balls

Directions

• 1 Roast seeds
  Dry roast the perilla seeds in a pan over low heat until fragrant and lightly browned. The perilla seeds will be able to crush between fingers, releasing an aromatic smell.
• 2 Roast chilli
  Roast the red chilli (if used) for about 30 seconds on the heated pan or just put when the perilla seeds are roast halfway.
• 3 Grind ingredients
  In a mortar and pestle or grinder, combine roasted seeds, red chilies. Pound them until they become coarse and powdery. Add ginger, onion, coriander leaves, green chilies (if used), garlic, and salt. Pound them until they become sticky and oily forming a brownie chocolate color.
• 4 Shape balls
  Roll the paste into small balls using your hands.