Bodo Ondla - Onla

Bodo Onla is a rice powder curry popular among Bodos, a cuisine from the region. It is made with simple ingredients like rice powder, garlic, ginger, salt, water, and atkali. Onla consists of pulverized rice and can be prepared with poultry items, seasonal plants, or other ingredients. It is incredibly tasty and healthy. Different types of Onla Khari curry include Onla Khari chicken, Onla Fakhri with spinach leafy vegetables, and Onla Orna Bedor with pork. The curry has a sweet, mild taste with a blend of masalas, appearing orange to deep red depending on the use of Khardwi. The dish has cultural significance, as it is cooked in households to celebrate the first harvest during the 'Aghun Maas' season. Khardwi, an alkaline substance, is used as a cooling agent in Onla, with the more the addition, the deeper the colour and taste.