Where to Eat in Jaisalmer

Where to Eat in Jaisalmer The city of Jaisalmer has a rich cultural heritage and thus it boasts of a rich cuisine as well. The western part of India has a distinct food culture of its own and it is very different from the other Indian cuisines. If you have done with the oily and sticky dishes they serve in Delhi, try murgh-e-subz. The murgh-e-subz - succulent, boneless strips of chicken stir-fried with shredded vegetables -- is one not to miss. There are other options for non-vegetarians too. Alternatively, you can try the ker sangri (desert beans and capers), which is unique to a region that is traditionally vegetarian in its outlook. If you find your stomach to be very sensitive then its better you try kadi pakora; flour dumplings cooked in yogurt sauce, or bhanon aloo, potatoes stuffed with mint paste and simmered in gravy. All of it washed down with the coldest beers and beverages available in the state.

'Trio' is one of the most famous restaurants serving authentic Rajasthani cusienes. This unassuming eatery, with its open walls and thin cotton flaps providing a welcome through-breeze (not to mention views of the town and the maharaja's palace) is Jaisalmer top restaurant and one of the best in Rajasthan. Witness the traditional Rajasthani reception. It's not just that the food is delicious, but the chef brings a few interesting variations to signature Rajasthani dishes- a welcome relief to someone who has exhausted the almost standardized North Indian menu. 'Chokhi Dhani' is another famous restaurant, which can be trusted. Though it is not as good as 'Trio' but you will get a long list of cuisines to select from, under one roof. Besides, all major High-end Hotels have their own in house Restaurants.

Dal-bati Churma
Dal Bati is a flagship dish of Rajasthan. Bati is a baked or deep-fried ball of flour. It is then dipped in ghee (butter). The locals crush the bati in dal and eat them with hands. Churma is made of flour. People roast the dry wheat flour in ghee and add melted sugar and dry fruits to prepare this sweet dish.

Ker Sangri
Ker Sangri is a vegetable prepared with desert beans and capers. These are locally grown and can be stored for years. The dish has a tangy taste because of Ker. Ker is so sour that it needs to be soaked in salt water for days to reduce its sourness.

Pyaz Kachori
You can find Kachori almost everywhere in India. Jaisalmer has a different version of it. Instead of spiced gram flour stuffing, locals here stuff the Kachori with fried onion.

Ghotua
Ghotua is the traditional dessert of the region. It is a gram flour, khoya or mawa, pure ghee, and sugar preparation. Such a great taste with minimal ingredients – that’s Ghotua!

Lassi
It is a yogurt based drink. The Jaisalmer version of this drink is thick, sweet, and creamy. Majority of the population in Jaisalmer is vegetarian, but you can also find some great chicken and mutton dishes, prepared in a local style. If you wish to try the authentic food, you can also hire a car for the entire day in Jaisalmer and enjoy your food trail.