Summary
Ghevar or Ghewar (Rajasthani: घेवर) is a disc-shaped Rajasthani sweet[1] with a honeycomb-like texture, made from ghee, Maida, and sugar syrup.[2] It is traditionally associated with the month of Shraavana and the festivals of Teej and Raksha Bandhan.[3][4] It is a part of Rajasthani tradition and is gifted to newly married daughter on Sinjara, the day preceding Gangaur and Teej.[5] It is also one of the Chhapan Bhog (56 dishes) served to the Lord Krishna.[6] Besides Rajasthan, it is also famous in the adjoining states of Haryana, Delhi, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Ghevar is exported to foreign countries too.
 Ghevar with Malai Topping | |
| Course | Dessert |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Rajasthan, India |
| Region or state | Rajasthan |
| Main ingredients | Maida, Ghee, Sugar, Milk |
| Ingredients generally used | Almonds, Pistachio, Saffron, Green Cardamom, Kewra |
| Variations | Plain Ghevar, Mava Ghevar, Malai Ghevar & Rabdi Ghevar |
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Ghevar is savoured by masterchef Sanjeev Kapoor too. Ghevar made its way into the coveted MasterChef Australia when Depinder Chhibber served the sweet in audition round of Season 13.[7]
Origin edit
The origin of Ghevar can be traced back to the royal courts of Rajasthan, where chefs crafted this delicacy for the Maharajas,[8] before eventually making its way to the common people of Rajasthan and India.[9]
Preparation edit
Ghevar is a disc-shaped sweet cake made with flour, ghee (clarified butter), and soaked in sugar syrup.[10][11] Flour, ghee, milk, and water are mixed to make a batter. The batter is then poured in ghee in disc shape and is fried to a golden honeycomb-like texture.[12] Common toppings include saffron, spices and nuts.[13]
Variations edit
Ghevar comes in multiple varieties, including plain, mawa, and malai ghevar.[14][15] Jaipur's LMB introduced variations like Chhena Ghevar in 1961. Ghevar can be soaked in sugar-water syrup or is often topped with rabdi.[13][16] A special variation for weight watchers and diabetics is its sugar free version available nowadays.
References edit
- ^ "A modern spin to the traditional ghavers". Hindustan Times. 25 August 2023. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
Historians claim that the sweet dish has its origin in Rajasthan
- ^ KUMAWAT, LOVESH (18 May 2020). CUISINE. NotionPress. ISBN 978-1-64850-162-3.
- ^ "The Significance of Ghevar in Raksha Bandhan". Floweraura Blog. 15 August 2023. Retrieved 3 April 2024.
- ^ "MALAI GHEVAR मलाई घेवर (HARIYALI TEEJ & RAKSHA-BANDHAN SPECIAL)". Retrieved 3 April 2024.
- ^ Petpuja.com, Festive Foods Ghevar indian dessert monsoon sweets Indian sweet Petpuja (5 August 2022). "Ghevar". Retrieved 3 April 2024.
- ^ "Krishna Janmashtami 2023: The story behind Chappan Bhog and what all is included in it". The Times of India. 6 September 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 March 2024.
- ^ "The 10 Indian dishes that rocked MasterChef Australia this year". Condé Nast Traveller India. 14 July 2021. Retrieved 27 October 2023.
- ^ "Unveiling the Essence of Ghewar: A Deep Dive into Its Rich History and Uniqueness". Asha Sweet Center. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "The Significance of Ghevar in Raksha Bandhan". Floweraura Blog. 15 August 2023. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ KUMAWAT, LOVESH (18 May 2020). CUISINE. NotionPress. ISBN 978-1-64850-162-3.
- ^ Laveesh, Bhandari (September 2009). Indian States At A Glance 2008-09: Performance, Facts And Figures - Rajasthan. Pearson Education India. ISBN 978-81-317-2346-3.
- ^ INDIAN FOOD - Rajasthan State Top 10 Dishes. The Future Thing. 2019. p. 39.
- ^ a b Fodor's Essential India With Delhi, Rajasthan, Mumbai & Kerala. Fodor's Travel. 2019. ISBN 9781640971233.
- ^ Rathore, Prem Singh (25 June 2022). Rawali Rasoi ( Rajasthan cuisine by Prem Singh Rathore). Blue Rose Publishers.
- ^ Kumawat, Lovesh (2020). CUISINE. NotionPress. p. 111. ISBN 9781648501623.
- ^ Singh, Rocky; Sharma, Mayur (2 December 2011). Highway on my Plate: The indian guide to roadside eating. Random House India. ISBN 978-81-8400-219-5.