10 Traditional Dishes Of Gujarat You Must Try

Zee Media Bureau
Dec 15, 2023

Dhokla

A steamed, spongy cake made from fermented rice and chickpea flour, often seasoned with mustard seeds and coriander. It is a popular snack enjoyed across India.

Khandvi

Delicate rolls made from gram flour and yogurt, tempered with mustard seeds and garnished with grated coconut and cilantro.

Thepla

Thin, spiced flatbreads made from wheat flour, fenugreek leaves, and spices. Theplas are commonly eaten for breakfast or as a snack.

Undhiyu

A mixed vegetable dish cooked with a flavorful blend of spices, often including winter vegetables like surti papdi, brinjal, and sweet potatoes.

Gujarati Kadhi

A sweet and tangy yogurt-based curry with besan (gram flour) dumplings, typically served with rice.

Handvo

A savory cake made from a mixture of lentils, rice, and buttermilk, usually baked or cooked on a griddle. It's a wholesome and nutritious dish.

Fafda

Crispy, deep-fried gram flour strips, commonly enjoyed with sweet and spicy chutneys, especially during festivals like Diwali.

Muthiya

Steamed or fried dumplings made from fenugreek leaves, whole wheat flour, and spices, often served as a healthy snack.

Gathiya

Gathiya is not only a popular teatime snack in Gujarat, but it is also widely cooked for festivals and other occasions. Its crunchy texture and spicy flavour make it a regional favourite among snackers.

Jalebi

A popular sweet dish made by deep-frying wheat flour batter into pretzel-like shapes and soaking them in sugar syrup. Jalebi is enjoyed as a dessert or during festivals.

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