Jaipur, the pink city of India, is also the capital city of the state of Rajasthan. The cuisine here is based on authentic Rajasthani style, which is influenced by the brave warrior clans which inhabited the region, as well as indigenously available ingredients. The cuisine is dominated by vegetarian recipes and specialties, but there are a number of lip-smacking non vegetarian dishes, as well. The taste of the food ranges from sweet to moderately spicy compared to rest of India. Jaipur gives a lot of options for the hungry, who like to gorge on mouth-watering delights, which can rarely be seen in other places.

• Dal, Bhati and Churma:-

Dal, Bhati and Churna is a selection of three separate dishes all combined to give a wholesome meal. It is one of the signature foods of Rajasthan and particularly Jaipur. Dal is a fine lentil curry or soup, whereas Bhati is fluffy, stuffed baked bread that is cooked atop burning charcoal. Churma is a sweet made from flour with jaggery or sugar. The platter comes at an affordable price in Jaipur.

• Mirchi Vada:-

A very popular fried snack in Jaipur, Mirchi vada is a very short recipe. Large chillies which may or may not be filled with potatoes are dunked in a batter of flour, turmeric, salt and red chilli powder and deep fried in oil. A grab and go snack which is very inexpensive. Sometimes a salad of raw onions is served by the mirch vadas to enhance the taste.

• Gatte ki Sabzi:-

Gatte ki Sabzi is a curd based curry, which has a mild yet enchanting taste. Gram flour dumplings are flavoured with dry spices and powders and later dunked in curd to make a curry. Preferably served with hot pooris or steamed rice. The curry pairs well with most Indian breads like roti, naan, chapathi and kulcha, as well.

• Chicken Jaipuri:-

Not all dishes of Jaipur are vegetarian. Chicken Jaipuri is the specialty poultry dish of Jaipur. It is made with chicken, curry spices and milk cream, which give it an enjoyable thick texture and subtle taste. Enjoy with rice or any kind of rotis, naans or kulchas. Chicken Jaipuri makes a dinner a grand affair.

• Lal Maans:-

The Jaipuri dish that is associated with royalty. Today, it is no longer restricted to places and can be found in most hotels in Jaipur. The name literally means ‘Red meat’. It is very hot and spicy to taste since it is made with dry red chillies and an abundance of garlic with different spices with a strong flavour. Traditionally, game meat like wild boar or deer, which were freshly hunted down was used in the preparation.

• Chokha ni Kheer:-

Chokhna ki Kheer is a traditional dessert made in Jaipur, usually for festive occasions and celebrations. It is a rice pudding made with milk. Other ingredients used are green cardamoms for flavour and raisins, which are used as garnishing. It tastes best when served cold after the main course of the meal.

• Aam ki Launji: –

A wonderfully soothing dish made from raw mangoes to beat the intense Rajasthani heat. Mustard seeds, turmeric and red chillies are heated in oil and raw mango pieces are added to the mixture with a spoonful of sugar is sprinkled on it. This can be eaten alone or as a side dish. Aam ki Launji can be consumed either hot or cold, after being refrigerated.

• Jhajhariya: –
  

Jhajhariya is a rich, sweet dish of Jaipur. Milk, ghee, corn and sugar are the most important ingredients. Apart from that raisins and nuts can be used to garnish the dish. Jhajhariya is, usually, made on festive occasions.