{"id":6697,"date":"2017-12-18T12:01:50","date_gmt":"2017-12-18T06:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/?p=6697"},"modified":"2025-06-03T14:11:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T08:41:00","slug":"street-food-in-guwahati","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/street-food-in-guwahati\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Street Foods in Guwahati You Absolutely Must Try"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Northeast India is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines. With strong influences from its neighbouring states and countries, Assam has developed some unique foods that you rarely find anywhere else in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find Tibetan-, Burmese- and even Bangladeshi-inspired dishes at street food stalls all over Assam, and even some very interesting indigenous recipes. So let\u2019s have a look at the top 10 street foods to try in Guwahati.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Facts about Food in Guwahati<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Flavours<\/strong>: Assamese flavours can be pretty peculiar. Fermented fruit and vegetables are often used, and many spices are avoided altogether. If you\u2019re the experimental type, you will absolutely love it.<\/li><li><strong>Types of food<\/strong>: Assamese food is great for both vegetarians and meat lovers. There\u2019s plenty of fresh local produce for excellent vegetarian meals and Assamese love their meat. From pork to fish to duck and even silkworm, it\u2019s all available here.<\/li><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: If you want to really taste the culture of a place you have to visit its local markets. In Guwahati you can find hundreds of food vendors on street corners, with hand carts and bicycles, especially in the crowded market areas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>From the famous momo to the familiar jhal muri here are some of the local street foods in Guwahati you absolutely have to sample.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"visual_element\" id=\"hotels_visual\"><div id=\"hotel_city\">Book Budget Hotels in Guwahati<\/div><div class=\"visual_element_hotel owl-carousel\"><div class=\"hotel_card_div\"><div class=\"hotel_img_container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cs-images.treebo.com\/Treebo_Trend_Mobi\/OAK\/Oak_21_.jpg?w=275&h=163&fit=crop&fm=pjpg&auto=compress\" alt=\"Treebo Hotel Mobi VIP Airport\"><div class=\"text-block\"><div class=\"tag-text tag-left\">Free Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"tag-text tag-right\">100% Quality Guarantee<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hotel_info\"><div class=\"treebo_rating\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/assets\/images\/3-star.svg\" class=\"treebo-rate-star three_star\" alt=\"treebo_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"hotels_name\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-guwahati\/treebo-hotel-mobi-vip-airport-airport-2736\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=street-food-in-guwahati_hotel_listing_widget\" class=\"hotel-name-link\">Treebo Hotel Mobi VIP Airport<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"trip-advisor\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/img\/cdsi\/img2\/ratings\/traveler\/5.0-43523-5.svg\" class=\"tripadvisor_rating\" alt=\"tripadvisor_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"price_rate\"><p>Starting at just &#8377; 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2560 \/ night<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"submit\"><button class=\"submit-book-now\" onclick=\"window.open('https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-guwahati\/treebo-spring-brook-ulubari-3212\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=street-food-in-guwahati_hotel_listing_widget', '_blank')\">Book Now<\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hotel_card_div hotel_card_div_city\"><div class=\"hotel_city_h4\">View All <a class=\"card-view-hotel\" href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-guwahati\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=street-food-in-guwahati_city_listing_widget\" target=\"_blank\">Hotels In Guwahati<\/a><\/div><hr><div class=\"container_upper\"><div class=\"icon-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/assets\/images\/Comfortable_rooms.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"Comfortable rooms\"><h6>Comfortable rooms<\/h6><\/div><div class=\"icon-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Clean_Bathrooms.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Clean Bathrooms<\/h6><\/div><\/div><div class=\"container_lower\"><div class=\"icon-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Friendly_Staff.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Friendly Staff<\/h6><\/div><div class=\"icon-4\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Free_Breakfast.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Free Breakfast<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Snacks in Guwahati<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Momos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-24591\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"548\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter.jpg\" alt=\"Momos served with sauce in a Platter\" class=\"wp-image-24591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter-220x150.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter-768x526.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Momos-served-with-sauce-in-a-Platter-740x507.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Momos served with sauce in a Platter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Relished by all and the most popular of any northeastern dish by far, the versatile Momo traces its origins back to Tibet. You can find this traditional dumpling, steamed or deep fried, around any street corner in Guwahati and is a favorite snack with locals and visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stuffed with anything from mushrooms, paneer or vegetables to chicken, prawn or pork, these tasty, mildly flavored morsels are usually accompanied with a traditional Assamese chilli dip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: At the Ganeshguri Market in the southern part of Guwahati, you can find some of the best Momos you will ever eat.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This street market, a favorite among tourists and locals, where you can buy anything from garments to groceries, is worth a visit just to experience the local street food if not the bustling bazaar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Jhal Muri<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-15570\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Jhalmuri.jpg\" alt=\"Jhalmuri\" class=\"wp-image-15570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Jhalmuri.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Jhalmuri-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Jhalmuri-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Jhalmuri-740x490.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Jhalmuri<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Every corner of India has its own variation on chaat. This sweet, sour and spicy mix of puffed rice, nuts, herbs and delicious sauces or chutney, jhal muri in Guwahati is very similar to bhel puri in Mumbai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the flavours and combinations found in Guwahati are even more mouthwatering. Some made with mustard or local star fruit called kodoi, the Jhal Muri here is an explosion of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: You should not have any trouble finding Jhal Muri around Guwahati. Its popularity as an evening snack with the locals rings true a custom the nation over. Served in paper cones and cheap as chips, you can easily find street vendors or hole in the wall shops all over.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Luchi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27892\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-23.jpg\" alt=\"Luchi\" class=\"wp-image-27892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-23.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-23-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-23-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-23-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Luchi with chutney<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Luchi, a flat bread made with refined flour and deep fried, is almost identical to the poori found all over the country. Find roadside vendors serving this surprisingly light fried bread, hot and fresh, with vegetarian or non-vegetarian gravies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few seconds in the hot oil and its ready to eat; mildly crisp and delicious simplicity makes this the highlight of a meal rather than the side show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: If you are in any of Guwahati\u2019s commercial areas you are very likely to come across stalls and small shops selling mid-day meals served along with hot luchi.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Assam Tea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-1-10.jpg\" alt=\"Assam Tea\" class=\"wp-image-27893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-1-10.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-1-10-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-1-10-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-1-10-740x473.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Assam Tea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Home to the largest tea gardens on the planet and Assam\u2019s indigenous crop, tea from this region is the finest you will find anywhere. Enjoyed in the state and country, even exported the world over, Assam tea can be prepared in many ways, some distinctly Assamese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You cannot escape a good cup of tea in Guwahati. Around every corner, at every stall and restaurant, and in every home, tea is the beverage of choice morning to evening. Served in some remote places with yak\u2019s milks and sometimes made salty rather than sweet, you will be surprised and inspired by the unique and traditional ways in which it is prepared and served.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to get it<\/strong>: If you are looking for souvenirs to take home, you can find dozens of varieties of tea grown locally in decorative packaging, especially perfect for gifting someone the true taste of Assam.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Food Meals in Guwahati<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Thukpa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27894\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-2-11.jpg\" alt=\"Warm and refreshing Thukpa\" class=\"wp-image-27894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-2-11.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-2-11-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-2-11-768x564.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-2-11-740x544.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Warm and refreshing Thukpa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Satisfy not only your hunger pangs but every sense with this warming, traditional Assamese dish. Fragrant with lemongrass and ginger, along with a hint of fish sauce, this Tibetan-influenced noodle soup is full of flavours that meld deliciously into something umami.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A meal in itself, Thukpa, served either vegetarian or with shredded chicken, pork or prawns, garnished with spring onion and fresh herbs, the variety of textures and flavors feed the body and soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: No need to make a reservation; you are in for a street treat! Not at any fancy restaurant but rather at street food vendors, specializing in this Assamese specialty. Head to the GMC Market where you can find many different variations on this true taste of Assam.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Chowmein<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-15574\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Chowmein.jpg\" alt=\"Chowmein\" class=\"wp-image-15574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Chowmein.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Chowmein-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Chowmein-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Chowmein-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Chowmein<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With close proximity to and strong Tibetan influences all over the region, it is no surprise that there are similarities in Assamese and Tibetan cuisine. Chowmein, famous the world over as a Chinese staple, is one such dish; even sharing names across borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delicate handmade noodles stir fried with fresh crispy vegetables and shredded meat or seafood, Chow Mein can be found at road side carts selling this fast food all over the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: Rebati Chat House on MN Road in Guwahati is popular for its Chowmein and other Chinese-inspired dishes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Khaar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27895\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-3-10.jpg\" alt=\"Khaar\" class=\"wp-image-27895\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-3-10.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-3-10-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-3-10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-3-10-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Khaar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A truly unique Assamese preparation, Khaar is a heartwarming dish made with vegetables and pulses, the main ingredient being meat, fish or even duck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe has a rather unheard of step where water used for the preparation is strained through dried banana plant leaves which imparts an unexpected burst of unusual yet refreshing flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to eat<\/strong>: You can see sellers of this specialty food with large pots next to pavements selling this Assamese dish all over market places in Guwahati especially towards lunchtime. Have a bowl full of this soul food served with rice or as is.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Silkworms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27897\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-4-9.jpg\" alt=\"Silkworms\" class=\"wp-image-27897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-4-9.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-4-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-4-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-4-9-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Silkworms, is a delicacy in Guwahati<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tribals of Assam have some unusual foods on their plates. One of them is the silkworm. Fried crispy with spices on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside, you will definitely love this snack if you didn\u2019t know what you were eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fast becoming a hit in the city, too, grab a serving for an experience that will probably leave you surprised and asking for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to get it<\/strong>: At Inamsing in Guwahati Club on RG Road.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Masor Tenga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27898\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-5-10.jpg\" alt=\"Masor Tenga\" class=\"wp-image-27898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-5-10.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-5-10-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-5-10-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-5-10-740x463.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Masor Tenga<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tourism being a major industry all over the northeast and visitors keen on trying out local cuisines has boosted demand for quality produce. In recent years, Assam has seen huge growth and advancements in local fish farming as a result of this demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rohu is one fish that is farmed extensively in the region. Masor Tenga, a fish curry, traditionally made with this freshwater fish is savored by locals as well as visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The light gravy, sour and filled of flavors of coriander and mustard, this piquant fish curry is probably the most well known in Assam. Usually served with rice, this delectable curry made traditionally with locally available Rohu fish in a tangy tomato sauce, can also be eaten as a stew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to get it<\/strong>: Most local restaurants serve it, but to have a more authentic version, look for small mom and pop stalls selling this in market places.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Payash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone normal size-full wp-image-27901\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-6-10.jpg\" alt=\"Payash\" class=\"wp-image-27901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-6-10.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-6-10-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-6-10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Webp.net-compress-image-6-10-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Payash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Assam produces over 3 millions of tonnes of rice, the state still has to import more to meet the population\u2019s demand. Rice being the main crop of local farmers is indicative of the important role rice plays in the lives and diets of the people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is no wonder then that one of the most common desserts in Guwahati is also made with rice. Payash or Payas is a sticky rice pudding, sweetened with palm sugar, mildly flavored with cardamom and saffron and garnished with dry fruits and nuts. Eat this deceptively simple milk-based pudding hot or cold but be sure to try it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Where to get it<\/strong>: Nearly all local restaurants will have this as the dessert.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The next time you happen to be in Guwahati, be sure to look around and you will be surprised to find a treat around every street corner!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Northeast India is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines. 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