Taste of Assam: Traditional dishes you must try
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Assamese breakfasts are a delightful way to kickstart your day naturally.
Simple, yet nutritious, these meals are traditional, made with local produce.
Ranging from rice-based dishes to refreshing teas, Assamese breakfasts are a healthy combination of carbohydrates, proteins, and vitamins.
Here are some popular breakfast options that can help you kickstart your morning with vitality.
Rice delights
Rice delights for morning energy
Rice is a staple in Assamese cuisine, and unsurprisingly, breakfast isn't any different.
Common dishes include poita bhat, which is fermented rice with mustard oil and green chilies. This dish offers an excellent source of carbohydrates and probiotics that help with digestion.
Another popular choice is chira, or flattened rice, usually mixed with yogurt or milk for added protein.
Lentil options
Lentil-based breakfast options
Lentils are another staple of Assamese breakfasts, revered for their protein-richness.
Dal pitha, is a popular morning delicacy which comprises of steamed dumplings of rice flour, stuffed liberally with spiced lentils.
The combo not only gives you an intense protein kick but also utilizes the energy-boosting qualities of rice flour, making it a perfect meal to kickstart the day.
Fresh fruits
Fresh fruits for natural sweetness
The addition of fresh fruits to breakfast brings in natural sweetness that doesn't come from processed sugars.
Seasonal fruits, such as bananas, papayas, and oranges, are widely eaten in Assam during breakfast hours.
These fruits not only offer essential vitamins, such as vitamin C but also give dietary fiber that aids in maintaining a healthy body.
Traditional teas
Traditional teas to refresh your morning
Assamese tea culture involves a host of teas that go perfectly with breakfast while delivering antioxidants that boost metabolism naturally through the day ahead.
Black tea brewed strong or green tea infused lightly are popular picks.
They both offer unique flavors according to your taste but share similar benefits when had regularly with meals every morning.