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    Gujarati cuisine is one of the oldest culinary treasures of India and is primarily vegetarian. Many of us associate  Gujarat  only with dhokla, khakhra, or the drool-worthy Gujarati thali. But there is more to the food of Gujarat than that. North Gujarat, Kutch, Kathiyawad and Surat are the four major regions of Gujarat and each of these bring their own uniqueness to the cuisine. This vegetarian cuisine offers a wide variety of  dishes , each with its unique cooking style, and is always high on  nutritional value .  But the real essence of Gujarati food lies in the creative use of everyday vegetables and mild spices. A  distinctive characteristic of Gujarati food is its palate-pleasing combination of sweet and sour flavors.  Gujarat's coastal climate is mostly hot and dry which is why the use of sugar, tomatoes, and lemon is  quite common as these foods keep the  body hydrated .  Let us have a look at these amazing snacks which you can gulp down with a glass of Gujarati beer