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‘Khamma Ghani Bhai Sa', planning a trip to Jodhpur soon? This article in meant for you.
Rajasthan is filled with one too many forts, majestic palaces and scenic beauty that manages to take our breath away, each time we step foot in this state. Each region in Rajasthan has a beautiful tale to tell. The land of colours truly needs its dedicated time to explore and enjoy. And if you manage to get a moment to look past those magnificent forts and palaces, there's plenty to satisfy the foodie in you too. Jodhpur is one of the cities in Rajasthan which has been serving us a fare of enticing street food since time immemorial. The city is unique in itself having the maze of bright blue houses, the food of this place is also different and is quite popular among tourists and locals. The thing that stands out are the dishes often made in oodles of ghee and masalas. Jodhpur offers you an authentic Marwari combination of tangy street food and delectable desserts, that you would want to gorge upon while your visit to the blue city
1. Mirchi Vada
Mirchi vada is a fiery snack which is chilli coated in gram-flour batter, flavoured with potato stuffing and zingy spices. It is then deep-fried to golden colour and is often served with the duo of hari and meethi chutney.
2. Pyaaz Kachori
Pyaaz kachori is a quintessential street food of Jodhpur. It is a mouthwatering delight which is a round fluffy fritter infused with copious amounts of pyaaz (onion) and aromatic herbs and spices. The masalas in this food ramps up the dish. Pyaaz kachori is mostly savoured with sweet chutney.
3. Shahi Samosa
Shahi samosa can instantly make you happy. This rustic snack is a complete meal in itself, it is stuffed with potato, paneer, cashew nuts, and raisins, making it a droolworthy delight. The ultimate combination of spicy, sweet and sour, will leave you craving for more.
4. Sev Tamatar
It is one of the popular thick curry-based dishes, which has a splendid medley of tangy and sour flavours. It is mostly prepared with tomato, onion and sev, which is then peppered with Indian aromatic spices. The generous serving of ghee on top of it, makes it a wholesome meal. You can easily spot this delight in any part of the city.
5. Malai Ghewar
Among an array of ghewars, Malai Ghewar is arguably the most popular. This honeycomb-shaped cake is made with all-purpose flour (maida), which is then served with Chasni (sugar syrup). Though it is mostly prepared during Teej festival, you can get your hands on some at selected sweet shops in Jodhpur, who sell this treat all year around.
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In the sweltering weather of Jodhpur, this sweet treat will surely bring relief to you. This dessert is a semi-condensed mix which is frozen in matkas (earthen pots) with bricks of ice and salt. Matka kulfi is reduced milk that is flavoured with molasses and other sweeteners.
7. Makhaniya Lassi
This lassi is the best way to forget your woes. Makhaniya lassi is a creamy concoction of buttermilk flavoured with cardamom, saffron and rose water among many other things. It is then topped with hung curd, making it a fulfilling beverage. Remember to ask for a spoon because you do want to scrape the sides of the glass once it is finished.
8. Mawa Kachori
Mawa kachori falls under one of those delicacies that you want to pack and bring back home. It is a beautiful combination of savoury and sweet. This kachori is a hearty snack infused with dry fruits and mawa (khoya), which is then doused in sugar syrup. The richness of mawa kachori is unparalleled. We recommend you to not miss this delight in any circumstances.
