India is a diverse country. The sort of cuisine is one example of this diversity. Indian cuisine is known for its wide variety of flavors, spices, and ingredients. Today in this blog we will be looking at the Rajasthani foods that will drool you. The land of dessert is known for its authentic art and buildings and for its food, which is also known as Rajasthani food. Rajasthani Food is the perfect blend of sweet yet spicy, tangy yet sour, and mild yet robust. No dish would give you the same taste as the previous one.&nbsp;

Gatte is something that is used in all months around Rajasthan. Some Rajasthani people like to eat the sabzi of Gatte while others like to eat Gatte in the curry. Some would add extra spiciness while others would try to sweeten the dish. Whichever way you try to eat Gatte that goes without saying Both the ways would give you immense pleasure.

The next Rajasthani dish that will make you crave is Ker Sangri. Ker Sangri is a simple and easy-to-make dish. It is made using dry Ker berries and Sangri beans, adding spices and yogurt. This dish is simply irresistible. One thing to note is that Ker Sangri tends to be a bit spicy as compared to other dishes. It is also said that having Ker Sangri will help you get rid of colds.

Aam ki Launji is a dish prepared with the help of mango and spices. Though it sounds weird, trust us it doesn't taste weird at all. Aam ki Launji is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy taste. This chutney is prepared with the help of raw mango and spices and a bit of salt and sugar to balance the taste.&nbsp;

One of the well-liked Rajasthani dishes is Lauki Kofta. Made with the help of deep frying Pauli or bottle gourd then adding it to the gravy. Lauki kofta can be eaten with rice and roti. Some people like to add nuts to their Lauki Kofta. Whichever way you eat, we guarantee that you will not stop licking your fingers.&nbsp;

You must have heard about Kachori but have you ever heard about Mawa Kachori? If not then you need to take a bite of Mawa Kachori. Mawa Kachori is a traditional sweet dish eaten by Rajasthani. In many festivals, Mawa Kachori is either served or made in homes. It is prepared with the help of mawa, sugar and nuts.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Mirchi Pakora is eaten as a snack or with tea. Made with the help of big chillies which are deep fried. Rajasthani people either eat Mirchi Pakora with sabzi. Do not worry the chillies use to make Mirchi Pakora are not that spicy and if you are someone who eats chilly for the first time then you might feel a tint of spiciness.&nbsp;

The next Rajasthani dish that you must try is Bikaner Bhujia. The reason why Bikaneri Bhujia is famous is due to its unique taste. Bikaneri Bhujia is prepared with the help of masala, Bhujia and whatnot. This Rajasthani snack is consumed with a cup of tea.&nbsp;

Ghewar is a disk-type sweet dish which is typically made using ghee, sugar, and flour. Ghewar is said to be one of the best sweet dishes you can try in Rajasthan. People in Rajasthan eat ghewar during the festival seasons like Raksha Bandhan, Holi and Diwali. So, make sure you do not miss trying Ghewar of Rajasthan.&nbsp;

If you are thirsty then alleviate your dehydration with a glass of Jaljeera water/Pani. Jaljeera pani helps one to cool down. It also helps in the digestion process. Jaljeera pani can be consumed any time of day and it will not harm you at all. Jaljeera pani is made of cumin/ jaljeera, water, mint and salt.&nbsp;

Imartis are a sweet dish of Rajasthan. It is a bit similar to Jalebi. Imarti is made of urad dal then it is fried in sugar syrup. Imarti is quite famous in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Imarti is enjoyed during the wedding and birthdays. If you are not someone who enjoys eating sweet things then Imarti may not fit your taste.&nbsp;

The very first dish which is mostly associated with Rajasthani Food is the Dal Bati Churma. Dal Bati Churma is no doubt one of the most easily available dishes that you would be able to taste during your trip to <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/Rajasthan" target="_blank">Rajasthan</a>. The three main components that are used in Dal Bati Churma are lentils, wheat, and cereal. Some people add sugar and ghee to sweeten the taste of Dal Bati Churma.

Malpua is a famous dish of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/Odisha" target="_blank">Odisha</a>, <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/West-Bengal" target="_blank">West Bengal</a>, and <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/Madhya-Pradesh" target="_blank">Madhya Pradesh</a>. Malpua is a sweet dish that is eaten as a dessert. Malpua is made of Suji, ghee, butter, and sugar. Malpua is also eaten during auspicious days like weddings, festivals, and birthdays.&nbsp;

Last but not least on our list of Rajasthani food is Kadhi. Kadhi is another dish that is made with the use of yoghurt. With that, you can eat kadhi with the help of rice and chapati and even with puri. Though the Kadhi is made in every part of India, the Kadhi of Rajasthan is the most well-known among all.&nbsp;

In this food blog, we have brought you the most famous Rajasthani food that would make you instantly hungry even if you are not. So make sure you either have them while you are visiting Rajasthan or if possible go to nearby Rajasthani restaurants/ hotels at your place.&nbsp;

Churma Ladoo is well known in the states of Rajasthan and <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/Uttar-Pradesh" target="_blank">Uttar Pradesh</a>. You can even go as far as to say this, In weddings, any important functions, or family gathering people Churma Ladoo is something that is made. Ingredients that are used to prepare Churma Ladoo are wheat flour, jaggery, ghee, coconut, and sesame seeds. This sweet ladoo is something that you must try.

One of the renowned sweets is meetha which one can taste. The basic items used in the preparation of Mohanthal are besan, ghee, nuts, sugar, and coconut. The preparation time that is taken to prepare this sweet is hardly around 1 hour or so. Those who have sweet teeth would definitely like this meetha. Due to its easy preparation and less hassle work, you will find Mohanthal used in the form of prasad that is offered in many temples of India.

If we are talking about Rajasthani Food then how is it not possible if we do not talk about Rajasthani badam ka halwa? It is said that before you start any new work or begin a new chapter of your life then it is recommended to eat a spoonful of badam ka halwa for prosperity and well-being. The items that are used in this are milk, Almond or badam, sugar, ghee, flour, and saffron. And the best part about this dish is that it can be made in your home.&nbsp;

Bajra Methi Puri is a traditional dish made in Rajasthan for centuries. During the cold winter days, you will notice many people making the Bajra Methi Puri in Rajasthan. Ingredients that are used while the preparation of Bajra Methi Puri is oil, Bajra, Methi, Sugar (depending on people), flour, and spices. Either you can have this with any lentils or curry or with spicy chutney.&nbsp;

The Rajasthani dish which feels incomplete if not made during the festival of lights (Diwali) is Gujiya. Gujiya is said to be one of the signature dishes that is made all around the world. With a bit of churchy and the sweet filling that is fried in the ghee is the best way, you can start your day. We recommend you try out gujiya if you visit Rajasthan.&nbsp;

There is no lack of spiciness in Rajasthani dishes. So, bringing the sweetness and turning down the effect of spices, the one dish that is a must to have at Rajasthani weddings or family gatherings is Boondi Raita. Boondi Raita brings the perfect balance of coldness, and the munchy chewy taste is something that you can not stop yourself from taking another plate for yourself. Ingredients used to prepare are chickpeas and yogurt.&nbsp;

There is no doubt in this that Rajasthani people know how to have the best out of the best, the next dish on our list is Pyaaz ki Kachori. This is something that you could not miss trying out. Especially during the rainy days with the kullad tea and a plate of hot pyaaz ki kachori. And the best thing about this dish is that it would take hardly 40 minutes to make it. All you would need is flour, onions, and oil.&nbsp;

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