India’s 10 famous GI tagged food items

Similipal Kai Chutney (Odisha) Kai Chutney is a dip made out of red weaver ants and is consumed by the tribals in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. It contains Vitamin B12, iron, calcium among other benefits. 

Darjeeling Tea (West Bengal) This is grown in the high-altitude, misty regions of West Bengal’s Darjeeling. Often referred to as the ‘champagne of teas,’ this has a distinct aroma and flavour.

Basmati Rice (Indo-Gangetic Plains) Cultivated in specific regions of India including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Basmati rice is globally renowned for its unique fragrance and flavour. It has long grains, a beautiful aroma and non-sticky texture.

Tirupathi Laddu (Andhra Pradesh)  Under fire from the AP CM Chandrababu Naidu for being aduldterated this laddu is offered as prasad at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.

Goan Feni (Goa) An important part of the Goan culture, this is a distilled alcoholic drink made fromcashew apples or coconut sap. It has astrong aroma and flavour.

Bikaneri Bhujia (Rajasthan) A crispy, spicy snack made from gram flour. The bhujia has a seasoned flavour that is synonymous to the town of Bikaner.

Kashmir Saffron (Jammu & Kashmir) Grown in the valleys of Kashmir, this is the world’s most expensive spice known for its distinct aroma, colour and medicinal properties. This saffron is prized for its unique flavour. 

Mizo Chilli One of the major spices cultivated in the state of Mizoram, it derives its name from the bird’s eye-like appearance when it is looked at from the end of the stem.

Ramban Sulai Honey The white honey, found in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district has a distinct flavour, is a highly nutritional form of honey. It has strong antioxidant and immuno-modulatory potentials.

Banarasi Paan (Uttar Pradesh) Banarasi paan is known for its unique mixture of flavours that often contains areca nut, slaked lime, and other ingredients. It is culturally significant in Varanasi.

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