A confluence of traditional recipes, indigenous cuisines, cultures, and flavours, the Saras food festival showcases various delicacies, specialties, and cuisines from over 21 states, exhibiting the talents of over 150 women entrepreneurs powered by Aajeevika - National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) supported self-help groups (SHGs).
Kelli Chana - Protein-Rich North Eastern Snack From The Streets Of Manipur To Your Heart
Kelli Chana - Protein-Rich North Eastern Snack From The Streets Of Manipur To Your Heart
Kelli chana is a spicy chickpea snack available on the streets of Manipur. It is traditionally served on a lotus leaf, bearing the aroma of the leaf.
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It is a popular north eastern street food.
Here s an easy recipe to make it at home.
Whoever has been to the northeastern region of our country, has come back raving about the profound culture and tradition of the states. Their exemplary foods too leave you with fond memories. Manipuri cuisine is famous for its simple, healthy yet delicious foods. The recipes rely less on oil and more on the natural flavours of seasonal produce, spices and fragrant herbs. Chilli peppers are used in abundance to add heat and spice to most of the meals. If you are in Manipur, your visit is incomplete without hogging on the famous street food - Kelli chana.
6 Of The Best North- Eastern Restaurants That You Must Try In Guwahati
6 Of The Best North- Eastern Restaurants That You Must Try In Guwahati
From luxury diner options to fine standalone restaurants and compact restaurants that champion some of the region s micro cuisines - Guwahati s dining scene can be one great experience for all.
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The usage of different local ingredients makes the cuisine versatile.
If you want to explore the cuisine in Guwahati, here s a guide for you.
I m at the Square, the all-day diner at Novotel Guwahati GS Road. This is my first stop in a packed schedule to explore the wonderful flavours of North Eastern and particularly Assamese cuisine. The conversation with my host eventually drifts to Guwahati s dining scene. My bias towards some of these cuisines has been built over time thanks to authentic meals in Delhi and Kolkata but digging deeper into Assamese cuisine in Guwahati made it worth the trip. Just like many of India s busy urban centres