Gujarati Cuisine: Dhokla, Dal Dhokli, Handvo – 6 Authentic Gujarati Dishes Everyone Must Try Once

Gujarat is a strictly vegetarian state; therefore, the cuisine offers a mouth-watering variety of vegetarian food items: salty, sweet, and spicy.

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Lavish Gujarati cuisine is famous worldwide. Nothing beats an authentic Gujarati thali with everything from dhoklas to khandvis. We at LatestLY have curated a list of traditional food items that makes Gujarati cuisine such a big hit among everyone. Maharashtrian Food or Gujarati Food? What's Your Pick as Twitterati Is At War Over Which is Better; Others Enjoy With Funny Memes and Jokes.

1. Khandvi

Also known as Dahivadi or Patuli, this is one of the most loved in Gujarati and a very famous snack in Maharashtrian cuisine. It is served with coconut chutney and hot tea.

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2. Gujarati Kadhi

Though most of you have heard about Punjabi kadhi, Gujarati Kadhi is a fantastic dish to beat the heat with sweet undertones.

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3. Bardoli ki Khichdi

This Gujarati rice preparation with dal, spices, peas, potatoes and raw mangoes is a delight that shouldn’t be missed.

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4. Dal Dhokli

Also known as varan phal or chakolya, dal Dhokli is very famous in Mewar of Rajasthan and is a staple in Gujarat. It is a Gujarati version of dumplings that one should give a try.

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5. Dhokla

This soft and spongy food is one of the most loved and popular Gujarati dishes. It is quick, easy, delicious and most of all it is very healthy.

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6. Handvo

Handvo is a crispy tea cake that is soft on the inside. A perfect food item that can be stored at home and offered whenever any unexpected guests arrive at home.

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Gujarat is a strictly vegetarian state; therefore, the cuisine offers a mouth-watering variety of vegetarian food items: salty, sweet, and spicy.

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