The Best of Nepali Food: Indulge in Authentic Nepali Cuisine!

Like its neighboring countries– India and Bangladesh–Nepali people also use rice, wheat, corn, lentils, and meat as the primary ingredients for their meals. It is a complete misconception to limit Nepali cuisine only to Momos and Thukpa (but we end up doing so, only because of how delicious both these dishes happen to be)! 

Apart from the popular dishes, Nepali households have some delicious cuisines most of us don’t know about. And that is precisely our agenda for the day – to talk about the best of Nepali food.  

Stay tuned! 

10 Nepali Cuisine Dishes That You Should Not Miss!

Check out this list of Nepali cuisine that should be on you eat list when you visit Nepal:

1. Momos

Alright, although I said that Momos are not the only best Nepali cuisines, let me be a hypocrite for once and stick to the stereotypes. You will find Momos in other South Asian countries. But there is something about the Nepali momos that keeps your soul longing for more.  

If you are looking for spicy snacks, then momos are the best. The Nepali momos are flour-made envelopes stuffed with delicious veggies served hot with soup. They also top it up with different sauces for an exquisite taste.

2. Sel Roti

Nepali people cannot imagine festivals like Tihar and Dashain without Sel Roti. It is a fusion of bagels and doughnuts. A circular rice flour bread is deep-fried for a crunchy texture while staying soft inside.  

On taking the first bite, you will experience a sweet and crunchy taste. You can have it with yogurt and veggies. 

3. Wo

An indigenous group of people occupies the valley of Kathmandu called the Newari. They make delicious pancakes named Wo or Bara. The basic ingredient for this recipe is green or black lentils.  

So, if you want a tasty and healthy snack in the afternoon, Wo or Bara is a great option. Also, there is a non-veg option; you can add battered eggs or minced chicken to the recipe to satisfy your meat-thirsty tongue.  

4. Tongba

Tongba is a traditional food of the Limbu people in eastern Nepal. This is a millet-based alcoholic beverage famous in Nepal. Another name for this drink is Tongba, which they call the Tibetan Hot Beer.  

They serve this drink in a cast-like pot, and you must sip it with straws made from bamboo. This local beverage is a must-have if you visit Nepal, one of the best Nepali cuisines.  

5. Yomari

The Newari people have another delicious Nepali dish called Yomari. The food is shaped like fish, and they eat this delicious cuisine in the winter. The rice dough that covers the sweet and delicious stuffing inside is healthy and helps fight the cold.  

If you have a sweet tooth, then without a doubt, you will be asking for more once your tongue tastes one of these mummies.

6. Thukpa

You will visit Nepal and return without having one of the best Nepali cuisines – like that is ever happening. My personal favorite alongside Momos is Thukpa.  

Thukpa, made in Nepal, takes notes from China and Tibet and makes its version of Thukpa. This warm delicacy contains pieces of meat and tasty veggies with noodles.  

While the meat makes you gobble up the whole bowl, the spicy taste will prolong the eating time.

7. Gorkhali Lamb

How would you feel if I told you that you could feel an explosion within your mouth while eating this dish? The Gorkhali Lamb is an out-of-the-world recipe for mutton. The mutton pieces are cooked slowly while drowned alongside a chunk of curry.  

They use roughly chopped onion and potatoes. The secret of the taste lies in the mixture of chilly they use to coat the pieces of mutton before grilling it. The Gorkhali lamb brings out the best of its taste when served with flatbread.

8. Juju Dhau

So, you had rice and Gorkhali lamb for dinner and are now craving some sweet dessert. Don’t worry; I have got you covered. This Nepali cuisine named Juju Dhau makes up for the perfect dessert after a spicy meal.  

Also known as the king curd, it is a form of yogurt. When visiting Bhaktapur, you must try Juju Dhau, made from buffalo milk. Many street-side vendors in Bhaktapur sell Juju Dhau. Misti Doi is a very similar dish in West Bengal, India.  

9. Cholla

Like the exquisite Nepali cuisines in the veg category, you will find some extraordinary non-veg dishes here. The Newari people are great at making delicious dishes, and Cholla is one of them. It is a spicy dish made from buffalo meat.  

The parent dish is made from buffalo meat. However, there are options available for duck meat and other meats. Cholla tastes the best if served with rice flakes. It is hot and spicy and is one of the most craved dishes during the Nepali festivals.  

10. Dal Bhat

Finally, Nepali households cannot spend their days without Dal Bhat. Many tasty Nepali cuisines are there, but nothing tastes better than what you eat daily.  

It is a complete rice dish, lentil soup, and other curries. It is the simplest dish in Nepal, India, and Bangladesh. The simplicity of Dal Bhat is the most fulfilling aspect of it. Dal Bhat is unmatched if you want a sense of contentment from your daily food.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Check out the most frequently asked questions about Nepali cuisine mentioned below.

Bottom Line

Leaving Nepal without tasting Nepali cuisine is like a sin. The food made here is tasty, healthy, spicy, sweet, and full of feelings. So, if you ever visit Nepal, don’t forget to taste thukpa, cholla, and dal bhat.  

I hope you liked the cuisines I mentioned here. Also, if you want me to give you the recipes for any of these foods, let me know in the comments.  

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