What Is Amora In Assam And Why Is It Valued In Assamese Traditional Food Culture?

Amora, known in English as hog plum or Indian plum and scientifically classified as Spondias pinnata, is a popular seasonal fruit in Assam, cherished for its sweet-and-tangy flavor. It grows on small trees found in home gardens, village orchards, and wild areas. In Assamese cuisine, Amora is enjoyed in multiple forms—eaten raw with salt and chili, made into pickles, chutneys, or tangy curries.