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Nepal is a landlocked country that shares borders with China’s Tibet and India. It is surrounded by Indian land on three sides and Tibetan land on one. Because Nepal is surrounded by India and China, its cuisine is a hybrid of the two. Most Chinese dishes are tempered with Indian spices, and we can see a fantastic blend of both, resulting in a completely unique and delightful dish. Street food culture is highly prevalent in Nepal, and its streets are always bustling with food stalls and consumers. Although the number of vegetarians in Nepal is not as high as in India, vegetarian meals are easily available due to the presence of Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist populations. In Nepal, you may readily discover Indian meals with small variations that will thrill your taste buds.

Some of the foods that are quite popular in Nepal are listed below, and if you ever get the opportunity to visit Nepal or experience Nepali cuisine, you should certainly try them.

1. Dhindo

It is a basic and easy-to-prepare meal, often known as a common person’s food. Corn flour is mixed with water and salt (to taste) until it reaches a thick consistency similar to porridge. Dhindo is never served alone and is entirely dependent on the accompaniments. It can be served with hot clarified butter on top, vegetable or meat curry of choice, pickle, and salad.

2. Gundruk

Raddish, mustard, and other green leaves are allowed to turn flaccid for a day or two before fermenting with hot water in an earthen pot inside the soil in a dry and warm location. It is dried in the sunshine once it has grown sour in flavor. Gundruk is typically served as a side dish with Didho and other main courses. It is also considered as National dish of Nepal.

3. Dal Bhat

This meal may be found in every household in Nepal. It is incredibly simple to prepare and is considered an everyday lunch. This recipe is generally vegetarian, but you may experiment with different sides. Dal refers to lentil soup, while Bhat refers to rice. It is best served with vegetable curry, pickles, and salad. The vegetable served with Dal Bhat is termed Tarkari.

4. Sel Roti

Sel Roti is a famous fried bread made of rice flour that has a somewhat sweet flavor. It is a holiday meal that is offered as a gift by friends, relatives, and neighbors during several festivals, including Dashain. It has a ring shape and is golden brown in color with a crusty texture. Sel Roti is a delicious sweet snack that goes perfectly with yogurt.

5. Momos

Momos is a common name in Southeast Asia, particularly in Nepal and India. It is inspired by Tibetan dumplings and is made of all-purpose flour. It is the same form and size as dumplings. There are many variants in this one single meal. Steamed momos, grilled momos, and fried momos, to mention a few types, are cooked as their names imply. Another difference is in the filling; because these flour dumplings are packed with various ingredients, they come in a variety of flavors. Non-vegetarian momos may be filled with minced chicken, beef, or mutton, as well as necessary spices, whereas vegetarian momos are filled with soya chunks, chopped/boiled vegetables, and cottage cheese. Momos taste best with green chilly sauce, red chili sauce, tomato sauce, mayonnaise, or cheesy onion garlic dip. It is so widespread in Nepal that you may find a dozen street sellers selling a variety of momos and plenty of consumers buzzing around on a single street.

6. Thukpa

Thukpa is a hot soupy noodle dish with chopped veggies, meat, and occasionally egg. Depending on your preferences, the meat might be lamb, goat, chicken, or beef. It is a warm meal that is popular in Nepal’s cooler mountainous regions, such as Kathmandu. The meal is similar to ramen and may be made with a variety of seasonings based on personal preference, and it tastes best with red or green chili sauce.

7. Bara(Wo)

Wo is another dish from Nepal’s Newari cuisine that is particularly famous in the Kathmandu region. It’s a lentil pancake prepared with green and black lentils. It’s formed like a patty and goes well with green or red chili sauce, making it a great snack.

8. Yomari

Yomari is typically a sweet delicacy, consisting of rice dough dumplings packed with coconut, sesame seed, and molasses paste and steamed to cook the outside dough. It is shaped like a snail, but that should not put you off because it is really delectable and popular in the Kathmandu region.

9. Kheer

Kheer is a treat that resembles pudding and is made from rice simmered in milk with spices like cardamom. Saffron, dried fruits, and grated coconut are sprinkled on top. This meal is also quite popular in India. It may be served hot or chilled and tastes great either way.

Not just street dishes, but also other Nepalese specialties, are so simple to make that if you ever visit Nepal, you may learn how to make them and try them at home with any variations you desire. Nepali food is a wonderful combination of the spice of Indian cuisine with the simplicity of Chinese cuisine.


Last Updated : 22 Sep, 2023
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