"Ker Sangri is the survival food of the Thar Desert turned into a delicacy. Ker is a tangy, caper-like berry, and Sangri is a long bean from the Khejri tree. Since fresh vegetables were scarce in the arid regions, dried berries and beans were stored and cooked with plentiful spices and oil."
During the great famines of Rajasthan, the Khejri tree was the lifesaver, providing Sangri beans. What started as famine food became a royal delicacy due to its unique texture and long shelf life, making it perfect for royal caravans and travel.
It represents the resilience of the Rajasthani people—making something delicious out of the minimal resources the desert offers. It is a must-have in Marwari wedding menus.
It is often cooked with generous oil and spices to pickle it, allowing it to stay fresh for days without refrigeration. Best eaten with Bajre ki Roti.
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