Traditional Foods : Rajasthan

Hey friends, we will be posting popular foods from all over the country and choose what we like the most !!!

Now it is turn for the state :RAJASTHAN
Rajasthan literally, "Land of Kings" is India's largest state by area (342,239 square kilometres (132,139 sq mi) or 10.4% of India's total area). It is located on the north western side of the India, where it comprises most of the wide and inhospitable Thar Desert (also known as the "Rajasthan Desert" and "Great Indian Desert") and shares a border with the Pakistani provinces of Punjab to the northwest and Sindh to the west, along the Sutlej-Indus river valley. Elsewhere it is bordered by five other Indian states: Punjab to the north; Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to the northeast; Madhya Pradesh to the southeast; and Gujarat to the southwest.

We start with SWEETS that are famous all over India and have it's origin in Rajasthan.

BALUSHAHI

A dish that can easily take doughnut head on, Balushahi is a traditional Rajasthani sweet dish. A flaky texture on the outside and sugar syrup inside, this is one sweet dish every sweet lover swears by.

DIL KHUSHAL

Rajasthan is known for its toothsome sweets. This mithai is also popular as Mohanthaal or Besan ki Barfi. It has a nice chewy texture and leaves a grainy flavour in your mouth

CHURMA LADOO

No Rajasthani feast is complete without Churma Ladoos . These desi ghee ladoos served after dal bati are the most delicious sweets you could have. These mouthwatering sweet ladoos are a must try.

BADAM KA HALWA

If there is a way to revisit your childhood memories then this halwa is it. The hot piping halwa is your best buddy, especially during winters. Prepared with dry fruits, suji, sugar and ghee, it melts as soon as it lands on your tongue and make you go mmm...

GHEVAR

This disc shaped sweet is prepared with ghee, flour, paneer and sugar syrup. It comes in various varieties like Malai Ghevar, Mava Ghevar and Plain Ghevar. No Rajasthani ceremony is complete without this delectable dish.

MAWA KACHORI

A version of kachori, Mawa Kachori is filled with dry fruits and khoya, deep fried and then dipped in sugar syrup. One must indulge in this dessert after lunch/dinner. If you say you don't have a sweet tooth, we say you haven't tried this one yet.

METHI BAJRA POORI

This steaming hot Rajasthani snack is a favourite among health concious people. Prepared with minimum amount of oil, these finger licking steamy pooris taste delicious with chutney, aaloo and raita .

PYAAZ KACHORI

A variation of kachori, pyaaz kachori is prepared with a filling of onions, potatoes and spices. This puffy pastry is a sell out at every namkeen shop in Rajasthan. This breakfast snack is best enjoyed with sweet and sour tamarind chutney.

GATTE KA PULAO

Also known as Ram Pulao, this rich combination of fresh steamed rice and spicy gatte . The succulent hot gattas are first boiled and then infused with spices to enhance the taste of the pulao

MIRCHI BADA

Mirchi bava (chili cutlet) is a spicy Indian snack consisting of chili (mirchi ) and potato or cauliflower stuffing, served hot with tomato sauce or occasionally with mint and tamarind chutney. Banana pepper is used for making mirchi bada.
The mirchi vada of Jodhpur, Rajasthan is famous, as the water in that region lends it a unique taste. It combines well with another Jodhpur speciality, mawa kachori, dipped in sugary syrup

MOHAN MAAS

A meal perfect for the Maharajas, this is a treat for every non-vegetarian. The meat is cooked with milk and mild spices which makes it tender and juicy. The thick gravy infused with the flavours of khus-khus, lemon and cardamom brings out the lovely flavour of the dish.

LAAL MAAS

You cannot talk about Rajasthani dishes without mentioning the crowd favourite,Laal Maas . This spicy dish gets its colour from the fiery red chillies. Best served with bajra rotis , this dish with plain rice won't disappoint you.

DAL BATI CHURMA

One of the most famous dishes from the state, no Rajasthani food is complete without Dal Bati Churma. The round Batis dipped in ghee with Panchkuti dal and churma make for an appetizing combination.

So tell us below, had you tried all and what is your favourite ?
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