Food of Assam     

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Are you planning to go on a tour to Assam? Then, how about having a fair knowledge about the food available there? This North East Indian state is famous for its cuisine, which is also known as the Assamese cuisine.

The state’s cuisine is known for a very little usage of spices. The strange thing is that even then, the cuisine tastes delicious, reason being that the food there is prepared in endemic exotic herbs, vegetables and fruits.

Assam is a typical foodie’s paradise. If you love seafood, then you would love your stay there, as fish is a commonly prepared dish there. Do try out the traditional meals in Assam called, Tenga and Khar. There is a peculiar way of serving food in Assam. Assamese serve food in bell metal utensils.

Apart from fish, Assamese are very fond of rice. They are experts in preparing different types of rice dishes. You can also try the rice beer in Assam. Since, Assam is a green state, main food here is also prepared with green and leafy vegetables. Pitika is another famous Assamese food, so don’t try to taste it too during your tour.