From Doi-Chira To Masor Tenga, 5 Must-Try Traditional Dishes Of Assam

The state of Assam is not only famous for its scenic beauty but also for its delicious food. Assam has an abundance of nutritious non-vegetarian and vegetarian options. The majority of Assam's popular dishes are steamed or boiled with fresh vegetables and have a perfect blend of spices. Here are some of the must-try dishes of this beautiful state:

1. Doi-Chira

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Assamese people typically eat Doi-Chira for breakfast, which is a common dish there.It is like their staple breakfast option and is mostly eaten during the Bihu Festival. Flattened rice is combined with yoghurt, cream, and jaggery in this Assamese delicacy. It is also known as Assamese Jolpan and is typically served in a bell-shaped metal bowl (kahor).

2. Duck Meat Curry

Another famous must-try dish from Assamese cuisine is duck meat curry. It is mostly prepared for special events and the flavour is added by a variety of whole spices. Even though ash gourd is typically used to cook it, there are many other options one can explore like sesame, lentil, pumpkin, and many others. The aroma and taste of this dish will surely make you fall in love with it.

3. Khaar

Khaar is the most famous Assamese traditional dish. You can make this dish with lentils, vegetables, fish, or meat. The ‘Khaar’ is made by filtering the liquid from a mixture of water and dried and charred banana peel this is made.

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4. Baanhgajor Lagot Kukura (Chicken & Bamboo Shoot Dish)

This classic traditional dish Baanhgajor Lagot Kukura is prepared in most Assamese households. It is usually served with rice and is eaten during lunch and dinner time. Lentils, bamboo shoots, and chicken meat are used in its preparation. Although not everyone enjoys the taste of bamboo shoots, one should surely give it a try.

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5. Masor Tenga

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Tenga means sour in Assamese. Another popular non-vegetarian dish that one should try. This spicy fish curry is made with tomatoes, dried mangosteen, lemon, and raw mango as the key ingredients in it. The best way to have this tasty fish curry is with rice for lunch or dinner. A mixture of five spices commonly known as Panch Phoran and mustard seeds are used to prepare this dish.

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