Buckwheat:A power food packed with the right balance of vitamins, fibre and essential amino acids makes it a healthier alternative to regular wheat flour. Buckwheat flour is also known as kuttu ka atta in India, and is consumed extensively during Navratri festivities
Buckwheat is one of the most important cash crops of Sikkim and is grown organically in most parts of the state. Besides being a wholesome food, it is an important source of Rutin, an anti-oxidant which is effective in lowering bad cholesterol in the body
Large Cardamom: Black cardamom is often referred to as the 'queen of spices.' This commonly used aromatic spice is widely used to flavour various Indian dishes. Cultivated in difficult mountainous terrain, deep aroma and an earthy flavour are the hallmark of premium quality cardamom
After harvest, curing of these cardamom is carefully done in smokeless bhattis to obtain the final product. Sikkim is known to produce the best quality of Large Cardamom in the world.
Coriander Powder: Coriander is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. It is also known as Chinese parsley, and in North America the stems and leaves are usually called cilantro
All parts of the plant are edible, but the fresh leaves and the dried seeds are the parts most traditionally used in cooking
Revanta also works with local processors and self help groups which manufacture value added ready to eat food products using commodities grown in the north east region. The products include fruit candy, pickles, jelly, jams, etc. and are manufactured in organic certified units.
Numerous indigenous Ginger varieties are grown in North East India and it is one of the most important cash crops of the region. Unadulterated soil, ample rainwater and perhaps the pure air provide the perfect conditions for the production of the most aromatic ginger with high gingerol content. Besides its culinary value, ginger is also used as a kitchen medicine for a number of illness including respiratory problems, nausea and loss of appetite.
Kiwi: Kiwis are grown in Arunachal Pradesh's Ziro valley using organic production practices. The important verities grown are Hayward and Allison. These kiwis are packed at the farmgate and transported using refer vans to preserve the taste and nutrition.
Sichuan Pepper: Also known as Pickly Ash or Jaiur locally, this spice leaves a tingling sensation in the mouth. The aroma is a stimulating amalgamation of peppery and citrus compounds, adding a distinct flavour to the dishes
A common ingredient in North Eastern kitchen, it is also used to treat stomach pain, diarrhea, skin ailments and an effective remedy for tooth ache. Various species are grown throughout the North eastern region and the final product is obtained by collective the berries and sun drying it before packing.
North east is home to two major varieties of Pineapple: Kew and Queen. These pineapple are renowned the world over for their high brix content, and are considered the sweetest cultivar available out there. Ranging from sized 700 gm to 2500 gm per piece, depending on the variety, these pineapples have been exported to various countries since the 1980s. Revanta Foods work directly with Pineapple growers in Nagaland, Manipur and Tripura to provide bulk quantities of certified organic Pineapples across India.
Black Aromatic Rice:Better known as 'Chak-Hao' in Manipur and 'Forbidden Rice' in the far east, this rice is a bag full of health and nutrition. The characteristic black colour comes from the pigment Anthocyanin, one of the most potent anti-oxidant found in nature
While Black Rice is grown elsewhere too, it is the pleasant aroma that makes the Manipuri Black Rice unique. It is often referred as a Superfood because of its use in management of conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol levels while providing a boost to the immunity with its plentiful vitamins. A low Glycemic Index of 42 ensures that the rice is suitable for consumption for diabetics.
King Chilli: King Chilli, also known as ghost pepper or bhoot jolokia, is one of the hottest chilli in the world with a Guinness record to its name. It is grown in the pristine hills of Nagaland, Manipur & Mizoram, and consumed in fresh or dried form.
It is known for its very distinct flavour and has been used by the people of North East India since time immemorial for culinary and medicinal purposes. Regular consumption in small quantities has been known to treat gastro-intestinal abnormalities.
Turmeric:This special variety of Turmeric derives its name from a place in Jaintia hills of Meghalaya, and is known for its bright yellow colour and high curcumin content
It is often used in blending with conventional turmeric to increase the overall quality of the product.Lakadong turmeric is now grown across the North East India due to its growing demand, specially amongst health-watchers.Turmeric has proven anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, antiviral and anti-parasitic properties and is a known skin care and health food ingredient.
