Food and weddings have a connection
that is simply unbreakable and not to forget the vital role of culture in
deciding the delectable menu at any wedding! And so, like any tradition, some
delicacies of Gujarat can never be replaced by western dishes even if the
wedding is at some upstate luxury hotels in
Ahmedabad!
In short, whether you have called
caterers or the local chefs are at work, doesn’t matter as each Gujarati
wedding calls for an extravagant menu with inclusion of some of its
irreplaceable mouth-watering delicacies!
The
delicious dhoklas
Nothing can beat the taste of this
appetising Gujarati starter. Neither grilled nor fried, this steamed delicacy
is served hot with garlic and coriander chutney. Dhoklas are healthy to munch
on and delicious too. But more than that they represent Gujarat, a strong
reason for which its presence is requisite at a Gujarati wedding, especially
when it is organized at lavish hotels in Ahmedabad
near airport!
Handvo
Baked like a cake but spicy and salty
in taste, this Gujarati delicacy is a must have for weddings. Not only is it
delicious but a great appetiser too. One can add vegetables to bring different
flavours to its taste. And the great part is that you can savour Handvo with
chutney or relish it alone and it will taste just amazing!
This momos looking like Kachori,
Lilva is a fabulous Gujarati authentic dish that is prepared from the paste of
green peas. What makes it utterly delicious is the enticing combination of
spices that is blended with the paste, and of course the tempting taste of
amchoor that is added to balance out the spiciness.
Paatra
Delightful to munch on, Patra is a
delicacy that is sweet, spicy as well as salty in taste. It is prepared by
stuffing batter made by chickpea flour into colocasia leaves (Arbi leaves). You
can relish this dish as deep fried, steamed or shallow fried. Coconut and
sesame seasoning enhances its flavour!
Methi Pakora
Another starter that you mustn’t miss
out at a Gujarati wedding is methi pakoras. Best for serving in monsoon
weddings, this hot spicy delicacy is prepared by deep frying chickpea batter
that’s mixed with methi leaves. Have it hot with scrumptious coriander chutney
and enjoy it with tea or soup!
Undhiyu
Best to relish in winters, this hot,
dry and spicy Gujarati dish tastes gorgeous with freshly fried puris. It is
prepared from seasonal winter vegetables such as green beans with some usual
ones like potatoes and unripe bananas amongst others.
Stuffed Okra
or Bharela Bhinda
Masala Bhindi is a usual delicacy
that can be savoured at every other restaurant or sometimes prepared even at
homes. But this Gujarati version of it ‘Bharela Bhinda’ is one to die for.
Stuffed with a variety of variants, this vegetable is a must have for every
Gujarati wedding!
Gujarati
Dal
Now comes the turn of patent Gujarati
dish, the sweet-salty tasting ‘The Gujarati Dal’. Best savoured with hot
steamed rice, this popular Indian Toor dal is made differently in Gujarat. It
is wonderfully garnished with coriander leaves, tomatoes, peanuts, mustard
seeds and green chillies.
While you are planning your wedding
at luxurious Ahmedabad airport hotel, don’t forget to ask
their chefs to incorporate these lip-smacking dishes in your Gujarati food menu
as your guests would definitely want to relish the taste of Gujarat in this
amazing Gujarati city!
