Sel Roti
A traditional homemade, sweet, ring-shaped rice bread, crispy on the outside and soft inside. Commonly prepared during festivals like Dashain and Tihar.
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Newari Khaja Set (Samay Baji)
A traditional Newari platter including beaten rice (chiura), barbecued meat, boiled eggs, spicy pickles, black soybeans, and local alcohol (aila). Served during Newari festivals, gatherings, and celebrations.
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Gundruk
Fermented leafy greens (like mustard or spinach) cooked into a soup or pickle. A traditional food that adds a tangy flavor and is often eaten with rice.
Sekuwa
Spiced and grilled meat (often pork, chicken, or mutton) cooked over a wood fire. A flavorful BBQ dish often enjoyed with drinks or at festivals.
Chatamari
Sometimes called “Nepali pizza,” it’s a thin rice flour crepe topped with minced meat, eggs, and spices. A Newari delicacy and popular festival snack.
Aloo Tama
A unique curry made from bamboo shoots (tama), potatoes (aloo), and black-eyed peas. Loved for its sour and spicy flavor, often served with rice.
Thukpa
A noodle soup with vegetables and/or meat, originally Tibetan but now popular in Nepal’s mountain regions. Warm and filling, especially during winter.
Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodles with vegetables, eggs, and sometimes meat. Quick, tasty, and affordable commonly sold in tea shops and restaurants.