Bora Rice

Bora Saul (Bora Rice) is a glutinous sticky rice that holds a special place in Assamese culture. It’s the key ingredient in traditional sweets and pithas, especially during the Bihu festivals. When cooked, Bora rice becomes sticky and chewy, giving dishes their characteristic soft texture.

Cultivated mainly in Sivasagar, Lakhimpur, and Golaghat, Bora Rice is not just a food grain—it’s a part of Assam’s identity and heritage. It’s often paired with jaggery, coconut, or milk, and sometimes used to make rice beer in tribal communities.