By Deepali Verma
May 18, 2024
Jaipur, the pink city of Rajasthan, offers a wide variety of summer treats that help beat the heat. Here are six must-try snacks that blend local flavours and refreshing ingredients, making them perfect for the scorching summer months.
This tangy and spicy fermented drink is made with lentil vadas soaked in mustard-flavoured kanji. It's both refreshing and a great digestive.
A traditional drink made from millet flour, Raab is slightly fermented and known for its cooling properties. It's nutritious and ideal for summer hydration.
This cold dessert features vermicelli, sweet basil seeds, rose syrup, and milk, topped with ice cream. It's a rich and cooling treat perfect for hot days.
Jaipur's lassi is a thick, creamy curd-based drink, often flavoured with cardamom and topped with a generous dollop of malai (cream). It’s refreshing and revitalizing.
A honeycomb-like sweet, Ghevar is soaked in sugar syrup and often garnished with nuts and saffron. This traditional Rajasthani dessert is enjoyed chilled.
This aromatic milk drink is infused with saffron and almonds, offering a rich and cooling beverage. It’s a perfect blend of health and taste, ideal for summer evenings.