Breakfast in Assam: These local dishes are a must-try
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Assamese cuisine is known for its delightful breakfast options, which are both delicious and unique.
Traditional at heart, these dishes give insight into Assam's rich culinary heritage.
From rice based delicacies to sweet dishes, each item is made with locally sourced ingredients making them fresh and authentic.
Exploring these breakfast wonders can be an enriching experience for anyone who wants to start their day with something different and delicious.
Rice cake
Pitha: A traditional rice cake
Pitha is a well-known Assamese breakfast delicacy made from rice flour.
Available in different avatars, like steamed or roasted, this dish is mostly stuffed with jaggery or coconut.
Though pitha is usually consumed during festivals, you can also find it in local markets the whole year round.
With basic ingredients, it makes a perfect treat to go with tea.
Light meal
Jolpan: A light morning meal
Jolpan refers to a range of light snacks, commonly eaten for breakfast in Assam.
It typically consists of flattened rice, puffed rice, or sticky rice with curd and jaggery.
Sometimes served with seasonal fruits or nuts, provides a healthy start to the day, without being too heavy on the stomach.
Fried bread
Luchi: Fluffy fried bread delight
Luchi is a favorite breakfast choice of the people of Assam.
These deep-fried breads, made with refined wheat flour, are soft and golden-colored delicacies that attract many.
Usually served with potato curry or lentils, luchi makes for a wholesome meal.
It expertly marries flavors, giving a warm and hearty start to the day with its amazing taste and texture.
Sweet dish
Sira doi gur: Sweet simplicity
Sira doi gur combines flattened rice (sira), curd (doi), and jaggery (gur) into one harmonious dish perfect for those who enjoy sweetness in their morning routine.
The combination creates an interesting texture while offering natural sweetness from jaggery balanced by tangy curd notes.
It is ideal for anyone seeking simplicity yet depth in flavor during breakfast time.