Aloo Bengena Pitika is a traditional Assamese mashed dish made with boiled potatoes and eggplant (brinjal / aubergine). It’s simple, rustic, and full of flavor—typically served as a side dish with rice and dal. 🍽️ What is Pitika? Assamese cuisine is known for its simplicity, subtlety, and the […]

There’s something magical about combining tart, sweet, and aromatic fruits in one jar — and this homemade mixed fruit preserve featuring cherries, gooseberries, and red currants from my little garden, delivers just that. Leaving aside the heat which seems to increase every year, there’s something quietly magical about […]

These rosemary and garlic roast potatoes are definitely a must try! They are easy to make and don’t compromise on flavours. They are one of our family favourites and makes their way to our dinner plates very often. To be honest, every time I make them, a few […]

This is a recipe for an Assamese summer speciality – boror tenga . It translates to lentil fritters in a thin sour gravy. Climate plays such an important role in the kind of food that we enjoy. Back in Assam, summers would include a lot of tangy curries […]