Sylheti cuisine, Regional cooking tradition in Cachar district and Kolkata, India.
Sylheti cuisine is a regional cooking tradition from Cachar district and Kolkata that centers on rice, lentils, and fish preparations. Citrus fruits like hatkora and varieties of dried fish form the foundational ingredients of this culinary style.
This cooking tradition originates from a region now divided between India and Bangladesh. After 1947, migration spread the recipes and techniques across different Indian cities and communities.
Meals are prepared and shared within family groups, with dishes like akhni and khichuri playing central roles in daily life. This communal approach to eating reflects how food connects people across generations.
Local markets in Cachar and Kolkata sell fresh ingredients including specialty spices, dried fish, and seasonal vegetables needed for these dishes. Visitors interested in trying this cuisine will find it most easily in restaurants and home kitchens where the tradition remains active.
Seven-color tea is a special creation from this region that layers different tea varieties to produce distinct colors and tastes. This carefully prepared specialty shows the creative craftsmanship behind the local tea tradition.
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