India, May 13 -- Rajasthan's iconic sangri bean, cultivated in the harsh Thar desert, has bagged the prestigious GI (Geographical Indication) tag, elevating it to the state's cultural and culinary symbol. Among the many treasures of Rajasthan's flavour-packed cuisine, sangri stands out for its versatility and deep-rooted tradition. For the uninitiated, ker sangri is a tangy dish made with dried sangri beans from the khejri tree, slow-cooked in regional spices and curd - a true taste of the desert.

Check out our guide to Rajasthani cuisine to learn about the tart ker sangri, dal baati churma, and everything in between!

Sangri goes global: What the GI tag means

The GI tag certifies ingredients and dishes that originate from a specific g...