Along with the rich heritage and culture, colorful bazaars, and magnificent forts and palaces, the Land of Kings is also known for its mouth watering cuisines. From spicy meats, delicious sabzis to yummy desserts – the food of Rajasthan is suited for all kinds of taste buds.
To be able to relish the mouthwatering dishes of Rajasthan, in this blog we have mentioned the most popular Rajasthani dishes. Check it out.
11 iconic food of Rajasthan that you must try
A trip to Rajasthan is incomplete without trying the best cuisines of Rajasthan. Rajasthani food is influenced by its climatic conditions and rich heritage. A few common ingredients used in the preparation of food are lentils, beans gram flour, barley, millet, bread and dairy products and more. Let’s go into the details of the best Rajasthani food that you must try on your next trip.
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Dal Bati Churma
Dal Bati Churma is the traditional food of Rajasthan that needs no introduction. The platter consists of round crunchy baatis dipped in desi ghee and served with spicy dal and churma. The combination of three different authentic taste of this Rajasthani dish is sure to surprise your taste buds. Believe us you will never forget this Rajasthani dish in your life.
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Laal Maas
Laal Maas is heaven for all non vegetarian lovers. The dish has got its name owing to its color to red hot chillies. It is one of the most common parts of non vegetarian platter. The exquisite dish is cooked in hot gravy of tomatoes, red chillies and sizzling spices. The tender meat pieces are perfect to try with Bajrey ki Roti. Alternatively, people who love to have plain rice can enjoy the dish with that as well. So don’t miss this scrumptious food of Rajasthan next time you visit this colorful state.
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Pyaaz Kachori
Pyaaz Kachori is a common breakfast snack item of Rajasthan. Stuffed with onion and other spices like chilli powder and fennel, these deep fried kachoris are a must try. They are usually served with mint chutney and dahi that makes it even more satisfying. So, if you are looking for a quintessential Rajasthani breakfast, don’t forget to hog on some crispy kachoris.
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Ker Sangri
Ker Sangri is a popular Rajasthani delicacy that is made using dried wild beans (Sangri). Though it might not be appealing in looks, it is absolutely delicious to eat. Assorted with spices and local herbs, Ker Sangri can be relished with bajre ki roti topped with makhan. We bet you can’t resist licking your fingers after finishing this mouth watering food.
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Rajasthani Kadhi
Rajasthani Kadhi is the most famous and common dish prepared in Indian households. It is described as a spicy yogurt curry that is usually served with Bajrey ki Roti, Aloo ki Sabzi, Masala Chhach. The best part of this food is it is as light as it is tasty. So, don’t leave Rajasthan without trying this mouthwatering delicacy.
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Gatte Ki Sabzi
A typical Rajasthani food platter is incomplete without a bowl of delicious gatte ki sabzi. There are different types of gatte preparations – Shahi Gatti, Masala Gatte and more. This mouthwatering sabzi is made using gram flour dumplings that are filled with varied nuts and are lightly fried before dipping into a spicy sauce that is made from tomato and spices. Gatte ki sabzi tastes fantastic with different kinds of rotis and even plain rice. The best part is you can cook this unique food item without the use of any fresh vegetables.
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Mirchi Bada
Mirchi Bada has to be on the list of the top 10 famous foods of Rajasthan. Stuffed with spicy aloo masala and deep fried, it is the perfect option to complement your evening tea. There’s no way you can resist these hot and spicy badas.
Sweets:
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Gujia
Gujia is a popular Indian sweet that is stuffed with khoya and nuts. The Rajasthani version of this sweet uses a churma filling which makes gujiya easy to store for longer. This dainty sweet dish is a perfect accompaniment with a glass of thandai. It is a must try sweet dish on your next visit to Rajasthan.
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Malpua
Malpua is another popular delicacy relished with much joy in the state of Rajasthan. The dish is prepared using flour, milk, khoya and dry fruits. One can enjoy malpua with rabdi for a better taste experience. So, why wait. Enjoy this mouthwatering dessert on your next trip to Rajasthan.
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Ghevar
Ghevar can aptly be called one of the best desserts of Rajasthan. The very mention of Ghevar can enhance the excitement of sweet lovers. It is a disc shaped sweet that is soaked in ghee and topped with dry fruits. This crunchy delight is indeed a heaven for people with a sweet tooth. What more? You can choose from malai ghevar, plain ghevar or mawa ghevar.
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Badam ka Halwa
Badam ka Halwa is another all time favorite Rajasthani sweet. The rich and royal sweet dish is made from sugar, ghee, milk, almonds and cardamom powder. The badam or almond halwa is made for any and every occasion or sometimes for no reason at all in almost every Rajasthani household.
Now that you know the best food of Rajasthan, it’s time you make a checklist of these dishes before planning for any Rajasthan tour package.
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