Rugda is a form of root and mushroom, is found in abundance in Jharkhand.
Rugda is found in the forests of Bundu, Tamar, Pithoria and some other areas in jharkhand. Tribal women go to these forests early in the morning
and collect these mushrooms which is found primarily under the sal trees.
Its a seasonal(Monsoon) favourite, which mainly the tribal men and women sell in baskets on the roadsides.
Before making a vegetable, its needs to be cleaned and washed properly.
In Ranchi( Jharkhand’s Capital), during monsoon you find rugda everywhere in markets, especially kutchery road
When cooked dry it takes a long time but has tastes much better than other mushroom dishes
When cooked in a pressure cooker for gravy dish, it beats all non-veg dishes!
