Gujarati Cuisine

Gujarati cuisine from the Indian state of Gujarat is known for its vegetarian dishes that highlight a balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty flavors. It emphasizes the use of fresh vegetables, legumes, a variety of flavorful spices, and local ingredients. Common dishes include dhokla, a savory steamed snack; thepla, a spiced flatbread; and undhiyu, a hearty vegetable medley. The cuisine often features generous use of jaggery and tamarind to enhance taste. It reflects the region’s cultural emphasis on vegetarianism and resourcefulness, offering a diverse palette of traditional flavors that are both savory and subtly sweet.