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Assamese cuisine is the cuisine of the Indian state of Assam.It is a style of cooking that is a confluence of cooking habits of the hills that favour fermentation and drying as forms of preservation [4] and those from the plains that provide extremely wide variety of fresh vegetables and greens, and an abundance of fish and meat.
There is a strong emphasis on rice as a staple, [3] with fish traditionally the most common protein. Freshwater fish are preferred to seafish, although barramundi, known as bhetki, is also common. [4] Meat is also a common protein among Bengalis with chicken, mutton meat being the most popular. Beef is popular within the muslim community.
Assamese name English name Scientific name Image Bondha-Kobi, Bondhakobi Cabbage: Brassica oleracea Capitata Group : Ful-Kobi, Phulkobi Cauliflower: Brassica oleracea Botrytis Group
The Assam government in February 2024 named it as state fruit, highlighting the unique aroma and antioxidant properties of the indigenous lemon variety. [3] Assam lemons are used for preparing refreshing drinks and pickles as well as garnishing curry and other dishes. [4] Other citrus from Assam includes Jora Tenga, Bore Tenga, Elaichi Tenga ...
Indian food is also heavily influenced by religious and cultural choices. Some Indian dishes are common in more than one region of India, with many vegetarian and vegan dishes. Some ingredients commonly found in Indian dishes include: rice , wheat , ginger , garlic , green chillies and spices .
Judima is a traditional ethnic rice wine associated with the Dimasa people of Assam. [4] It has received a geographical indication tag in 2021. It is prepared from a starter kit, and is distinguished by the use of a wild herb local to Dima Hasao district called thembra (Accacia pennata).
Hajo and Sarthebari are the most important centers of traditional bell-metal and brass crafts. Assam is the home of several types of silks, the most prominent and prestigious being Muga, the natural golden silk is exclusive only to Assam. Apart from Muga, there are other two varieties called Pat, creamy-bright-silver colored silk, and Eri, a ...
Satras at Boko include Bhalukghata Satra, Haripur Satra and Chamaria Satra. Among them, Chamaria Satra is the oldest and largest. Sri Sri Bar Vishnu Than, Chamaria Satra located at Chamaria is known to be one of the oldest satras in Assam, while the Chamaria satra was established in 1588.This well-known satra is situated about 22 km from town.