Ker Sangri

Ker Sangri: Recently, Rajasthan’s iconic dish Ker Sangri was officially awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, acknowledging its distinct origin and cultural significance tied to the arid Thar Desert region.

• About Ker Sangri: A traditional Rajasthani dish made from sangri pods (from khejri trees) and ker berries, found in the dry Thar Desert.

o The berries are bitter raw but become tasty after soaking, boiling, and cooking with spices and curd, giving the dish a spicy and tangy flavor.

o It is healthy, rich in fiber and nutrients, and usually eaten with bajra roti and ghee.

o The khejri tree is important to the Bishnoi community, who protect it as a symbol of life.