Top 10 Nepali Food

Food determines the culture, civilization, and psychology of a community. What you eat defines your character. Therefore, it can also be termed as the national identity. People think that Nepal is the place where you can find mountains and ancient architectures. However, there are much more things to do and experience in this tiny South Asian nation. You will be amazed to see the wide range of food items in Nepal. The country is home of more than 125 ethnic communities and they have their own culture, traditions, and cuisine. Therefore, today’s blog is about understanding the top 10 Nepali food. Note down that there are more food options than these top 10 Nepali Food. This blog will cover those iconic foods which can be proudly referred as the national foods.

What is authentic Nepalese Cuisine? Blend of Tibetan and Indian Cuisine?

The foods that are served in the local households are the authentic Nepalese cuisine. The character of the Nepalese cuisine is heavily influenced by giants China and India. If you taste Nepalese foods, you will feel the difference but hints of Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine. However, people say that you can get the unique taste which is more subtle and lighter.

Nepalese Spices and Herbs: How are they different from Indian spices and herbs

Most of the Nepalese spices come from the Indian origin and Chinese origin. However, the taste is unique because these spices which are grown in Nepal are fuller due to the geographical terrain. The Himalayan air can change the taste of the spices. Moreover, lots of hilly and Himalayan herbs are added in the Nepalese cuisine which presents the medicinal values. For example, Nepalese people use turmeric, garlic, and ginger mostly in their foods which have great medicinal values proven by science.

Top 10 Nepali Food

Now, let’s know in brief about the top 10 Nepali Food. Please note down that there are many illustrious foods in Nepal which are not listed in this list. These dishes are signature dish of the Nepalese cuisine.

1. MoMo

The most famous Nepali food known across the globe is MoMo. It’s not MoMos as Indian call it but Nepalese people feel so offended if it is called MoMos instead of MoMo. The dish is basically a dumpling in which minced flavored meat is wrapped in the flour dough and steam to serve. Alongside the MoMo, you get side dish as achar. There are different variations of MoMo as you can enjoy fried, pickled, and steam of different meats and vegetables. Wherever you go in Nepal, you will definitely see a MoMo stall or shop. It has become the national dish and note down that it is completely different from the dumplings.

2. Dal Bhat (Rice & Lentil)

There is this famous saying “Dal Bhat Power 24 Hour” which says that after eating Dal Bhat you get lots of energy to survive for 24 hours. It is basically a steamed rice and lentil soup served with the seasonal vegetables and pickle.

3. Dhindo & Gundruk Soup

Nepal is a landlocked country where corn, millets, buckwheat, wheat, etc. are found in abundance. Therefore, since ages Nepalese people at Dhindo which is the thick porridge made out of these crops. It is very nourishing and full of carbohydrate. Gundruk is the soup of the fermented spinach and it can also be eaten as a pickle after mixing it up with spices and herbs. This dish is typical to Nepal only.

4. Chamre (Sweet Rice)

Nepalese mothers cook the special Chamre during the winter season to make sure that family is warm and healthy. This is the sweetened steamed rice which is served alongside the mixed vegetables.

5. Chhoila

The most interesting food from the Newari cuisine is Chhoila. Meat cuts are barbecued at first and pickled with spices and mustard oil. It is best to be eaten with beaten rice and it is used as the snacks by Nepalese people.

6. Sapumicha

The exotic food in the Newari cuisine is the Sapumicha. The bone marrow is kept inside the stomach or large intestine and boiled at first before serving fried. The thread string holds the marrow inside and it is extremely juicy and nourishing. Next time you are in Nepal, make sure to try this exotic food from the Newari cuisine.

7. Juju Dhau (Sweet Yogurt)

You can find curd or yogurt in almost every parts of the world. However, the Juju Dhau is different. People of Bhaktapur are famous for making sweet curd which is unique in taste. When you are in Bhaktapur, make sure to order some Juju Dhau which is served in the natural red mud ceramic cup.

8. Gwarmari & Selroti

Selroti is the auspicious desert of Nepalese people. Rice is grounded and mixed with sweets and deep fried in oil to make the selroti. This food goes to any religious events and festivals of Nepalese people especially from the hilly and valley belts. Gwarmari is the morning breakfast food which is deeply fried flour balls.

9. Yomari

Rice flour is made in the funnel shape and it is filled with the molasses or cream which is then steamed and served. This dish also has the significance among Newari People and the food is offered to gods and goddesses for better life and prosperity.

10. Chatamari

Interestingly, chatamari is called as the Nepalese Pizza and it is also the Newari cuisine. Rice pancake is placed on hot plate and mixed with lots of toppings like minced meat, vegetables, and eggs to form a vibrant dish.

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