Food of Assam

Food has been a universal connection between people for a really long time now. The fact that even though the ingredients are the same but the end product turns out to be different every time, is a sign of the diversity that the world has to offer. In fact, we don’t even have to go that far. There’s enough diversity in our country to begin with and Assam has to offer just right kind of flavours to tickle your taste buds.

 Khaar – An Assamese meat delicacy

This dish of Assamese cuisine is one of a kind. It is a delicious curry made from raw papaya, pulses, taro and also with a main non-vegetarian ingredient. All of these is then filtered through dried banana leaves which gives it a unique and unexpectedly refreshing flavor. It is generally eaten with rice during lunch.

Duck meat curry

Duck meat, if cooked properly, tastes heavenly. This delicacy of the food of Assam is cooked with Ash Gourd (lauki) and is generally cooked on special occasions. The use of whole spices gives it a unique flavour. The curry can be cooked according to individual preferences which varies from person to person. It can be cooked in lentil, sesame, pumpkin and a lot more

Maasor Tenga

This graceful dish of Assamese cuisine is extremely refreshing on the palette. The fish curry is made with everything sour and yet it magically turns out to be delicious! The fish is slow-cooked in a rich, tangy broth made with tomato, outenga, and lemon. The end result is a melt-in-the-mouth fish, flavored in pure awesomeness. Ask any Assamese person about this dish and watch them drown in home-sickness just at the mention of it.

Aloo Pitika

Aloo Pitika is a simple side dish accompanied to rice and dal. A soul food in its truest sense, aloo pitika is loved by all of Assam. It is essentially mashed potatoes with mustard oil, onion, coriander and salt. This dish can be eaten at both lunch and dinner. Assam version of the humble mashed potato is delightfully simple and flavorsome.