Dishes from Northeast that are prepared from chili

09 May,2024

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Made from the famous Bhut Jolokia or Ghost Pepper, this pickle is a popular spicy condiment in Assam and Nagaland.

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Bhut Jolokia Pickle

In Manipur, a spicy chutney is prepared using axone (fermented soybeans), chili, and other ingredients.

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Axone Chutney

A popular pickle from Sikkim, made from Dalle Khursani chilies, which are known for their round shape and high spice levels.

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Dalle Khursani Achar

Another Manipuri delicacy, akhuni chutney, combines fermented fish with chili and other spices, adding depth to dishes.

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Akhuni Chutney

In Manipur, a unique dish is made by combining black rice porridge with a spicy chili paste, creating a flavorful and comforting meal.

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Chak-Hao AmubiĀ 

A traditional soup from Assam made with King Chili, which is a large and extremely hot variety of chili, giving the soup its intense heat.

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Raja Mircha Tenga

A classic Naga dish combining tender pork, bamboo shoots, and fiery chilies, cooked together to create a spicy and flavorful curry.

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Pork with Bamboo Shoot & Chili

In Meghalaya, red rice is often served with a side of crushed red chilies mixed with salt, adding a spicy element to the meal.

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Red Rice with Chili

A fiery chutney made from the Naga King Chili, known for its intense heat, commonly consumed with meals in Nagaland.

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Naga King Chili Chutney