Products of Assam
Types of Rice
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Types of Rice
The four broad divisions of rice grown in Assam are:
- Sali (winter rice)
- Ahu (autumn)
- Boro (summer)
- Bao (Deepwater rice)
Some of the different types of rice found in Assam include:
- Joha (aromatic)
- Bora (waxy)
- Chokuwa (semiwaxy)
- Red Bao (deep and floating)
Assam lemons
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Types of Rice
Assam lemons are a type of lemon that are grown in the Indian state of Assam. The most popular varieties are "Gol Nemu" and "Kaji Nemu". The botanical name for Assam lemons is Citrus limon.
The health benefits of Assam lemons include:
- Improving vitamin C levels
- Decreasing blood cholesterol
- Boosting liver function
- Boosting metabolism
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Bhut Jolokia, also known as Ghost Pepper, is a chili pepper that originated in the Assam region of India. It is one of the hottest peppers in the world, measuring up to 1 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) on the Scoville Scale. The name "bhut jolokia" translates to "ghost chili" in the Assamese language.
Bhut Jolokia has been around for ce
Bhut Jolokia, also known as Ghost Pepper, is a chili pepper that originated in the Assam region of India. It is one of the hottest peppers in the world, measuring up to 1 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) on the Scoville Scale. The name "bhut jolokia" translates to "ghost chili" in the Assamese language.
Bhut Jolokia has been around for centuries, but was only introduced to the western world in 2000. In 2007, the Guinness Book of World Records certified the Ghost Pepper as the hottest chili pepper on the planet.
Karbi Anglong ginger
Karbi Anglong ginger
Bhut Jolokia/ Ghost Pepper
Karbi Anglong ginger is a type of ginger that is grown in the district of Karbi Anglong, Assam. It has a unique aroma, flavor, and color. The high aroma and beneficial properties of Karbi Anglong ginger are due to its high dry rhizome and recovery of oleoresin oil. The agro-climatic conditions and eco-friendly farming methods of the indigenous Karbi tribe also contribute to its uniqueness.
Assam Tea
Karbi Anglong ginger
Bamboo shoots
Assam tea is a black tea that is named after the Assam region of northeast India. The Assam tea plant is indigenous to Assam. The tea is produced in the Brahmaputra valley, which stretches from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal.
Assam tea has a rich, full-bodied flavor with malty, earthy, and spicy notes. It is moderately bitter and astri
Assam tea is a black tea that is named after the Assam region of northeast India. The Assam tea plant is indigenous to Assam. The tea is produced in the Brahmaputra valley, which stretches from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal.
Assam tea has a rich, full-bodied flavor with malty, earthy, and spicy notes. It is moderately bitter and astringent, and the level of bitterness and astringency depends on how long the tea is steeped. Assam tea is known for its brisk, strong, and malty character.
Bamboo shoots
Karbi Anglong ginger
Bamboo shoots
Bamboo shoots are a traditional ingredient in Assamese cuisine. They are called "khorisa" and "bah gaj" in Assamese Bamboo is widely cultivated in Assam, and every household grows bamboo in their land.
Pineapple
Pineapple
Pineapple
Assam is the second largest producer of pineapples in India, producing 338.98 metric tons in 2020-21.
The Queen variety is widely grown in Assam. The soil in the Nalangapahar Hills is grown entirely organically. Pineapples from Assam are known for being exceptionally sweet and flavorful.
Jackfruit
Pineapple
Pineapple
Jackfruit is rich in potassium and can help prevent strokes and bone loss. It can be used to make chips, pickles, ice cream, jelly, and other products. The leaves, bark, seeds, and latex of the jackfruit tree are also used in traditional medicines.
Assam is one of the top jackfruit-producing states in India. The jackfruit is also known as kothaal in Assamese.
Banana
Pineapple
Bamboo
Assam is one of the major banana-producing states in the country. The state produces 2.4% of India's total banana production. Assam is home to Asia's largest banana market.
There are around 15 to 20 varieties of banana grown in Assam. Assam is a natural home for bananas. The state's banana sector is unique because of its diverse characteristics, including its varietal strength.
Bamboo
Bamboo Handicrafts
Bamboo
Assam is the largest bamboo-producing state in India. Bamboo is used for many purposes, including building houses, making furniture, and creating devices. Assam has 51 species of bamboo
Bamboo Handicrafts
Bamboo Handicrafts
Bamboo Handicrafts
Some of the most common bamboo crafts in Assam include: Brooms, Buckets, Tables, Chairs, Lamps, Cutting boards, Chopsticks, Toys. Other bamboo crafts include: Fishing traps, Musical instruments, Walking sticks, Hand fans, Umbrella handles, Tea trays.
Bamboo mats are used for many purposes, including:
Building temporary walls and sheds
Roo
Some of the most common bamboo crafts in Assam include: Brooms, Buckets, Tables, Chairs, Lamps, Cutting boards, Chopsticks, Toys. Other bamboo crafts include: Fishing traps, Musical instruments, Walking sticks, Hand fans, Umbrella handles, Tea trays.
Bamboo mats are used for many purposes, including:
Building temporary walls and sheds
Roofing country boats
Dwelling houses
Screens
The best known bamboo item is the "Japi"
Turmeric
Bamboo Handicrafts
Bamboo Handicrafts
Turmeric is one of the major spices grown in Assam .
Turmeric from Indian origin is known as the world's best turmeric due to its high curcumin content. It's used in making soaps and beauty creams because of its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Papaya
Coconut Tender
Coconut Tender
Papaya has many health benefits, including:
- SkinPapaya contains papain, an enzyme that exfoliates skin and removes dead cells. Papaya can also help with blemishes and pigmentation.
- CholesterolPapaya is rich in fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, which can help prevent cholesterol buildup in the arteries. High cholesterol can lead to heart
Papaya has many health benefits, including:
- SkinPapaya contains papain, an enzyme that exfoliates skin and removes dead cells. Papaya can also help with blemishes and pigmentation.
- CholesterolPapaya is rich in fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, which can help prevent cholesterol buildup in the arteries. High cholesterol can lead to heart attack, stroke, and hypertension.
- StressPapaya contains active enzymes and vitamin C, which can help restore energy levels and reduce stress.
- ImmunityPapaya contains 200% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C, which can boost the immune system.
- DigestionPapaya contains papain, which can help with protein digestion. Papaya may also help with constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
- HairPapaya contains vitamin A, which can help the scalp produce sebum, which nourishes and protects hair.
Honey
Coconut Tender
Honey
Assam honey is rich in antioxidants and can improve cholesterol and reduce triglyceride levels. When applied externally, it can heal burns and wounds.