Pickles are awesome condiments that can make any boring meal highly delicious in taste and makes a person relish a simple fare heartily
These are the top 10 popular pickles or aachars of Assam-
1. Bhoot Jolokia Aachar (King Chilli Pickle)Known as the world’s hottest chilli, King Chilli or Bhoot Jolokia which is grown abundantly in Assam is greatly relished by Assamese people
2. Jolphai Aachar (Olive Pickle)With its salty and tangy taste, olive pickles which is popularly called Jolphai Aachar is enjoyed at every Assamese home during mealtimes
3. Nemur Aachar (Lemon Pickle)Besides the juice greatly enhancing the taste of an Assamese meal, the humble lemon is also relished in its pickled form proudly in Assam
4. Kothalor Aachar (Jackfruit Pickle)A popular Assamese pickle with an uniquely distinct taste, jackfruit pickles are relished in its full flavor with a local meal platter
5. Aamor Aachar (Mango Pickle)Unripe mangoes, like in other parts of India, are greatly enjoyed in its pickled avatars too since it is highly rich in flavours
6. Bah Gajor Aachar (Bamboo Shoot Pickle)With its tempting taste, bamboo shoot pickles are an eternal Assamese culinary delight and you shouldn’t miss having it while in Assam
7. Outenga Aachar (Elephant Apple Pickle)A unique Assamese delicacy, elephant apple pickles is super yummy and can greatly enhance the taste of the simplest of simple fare
8. Bogori Aachar (Jujube Pickle)Prepared in both sweet and savoury styles, bogori aachar or jujube pickles are commonly found in Indian homes
9. Omora Aachar (Hog Plum Pickle)One of the lesser known pickles of Assam is the hog plum pickles which is great in taste and good for health too
10. Nohorur Aachar (Garlic Pickle)A delicious pickle, garlic in its pickled form can make any meal delicious with its unique range of flavours