Nepal is a multi-ethnic country with different cultures and lifestyles. The rich and diverse ethnic groups and cultures of Nepal make for a wide variety of cuisines here. When you first encounter traditional Nepalese food, their variety may dazzle you.

The types of Nepalese cuisine are determined by geographic location; mountain peoples have completely different recipe families; different ethnic groups have their own cuisines. In addition to its own authentic cuisine, some Nepalese dishes are inspired and influenced by the food culture of neighboring countries.

Nepalese food is nutritious and healthier compared to other Asian foods; the less oil and fat you use, the more vegetables and vegetables you use. Since most Nepalese eat little or no breakfast and only eat lunch before going to work or school, lunch is heavy and healthy. In the afternoon, they have snacks (khaja), which can be traditional or fusion dishes and dinner.

Nepal’s “daal bhat” is very popular. It is lentils and rice, and is the staple food of most Nepalese. No one can say "no" to the powerful momo. Apart from this popular daal bhats and momos, every Nepalese dish is sure to please your taste buds in a unique way.

The mountainous areas of this country have their own types of food, which are mainly influenced by the Tibetan eating habits. Most ethnic groups come from the mountains, they have their own ethnic recipes, and Terai has their own cuisine, influenced by India.

Traditional Nepalese food is mostly confined to Nepalese kitchens, and few traditional dishes are commercialized. However, some restaurants and restaurants have brought the catering industry into a whole new stage by adding traditional food to their menus.

Not only Nepali traditional food, Nepal also has great traditional drinks.

Here, we prepared delicious traditional Nepalese food and drinks. If you are visiting Nepal for the first time, be sure to stimulate your taste buds with these delicious dishes.

Daal Bhat Tarkari

Daal bhat tarkari is the staple food of Nepal and the national dish of Nepal. Daal is lentil soup, bhat is rice, and tarkari is vegetable curry. Daal bhat tarkari is usually accompanied by kimchi and chutney. Meat is also included, but it is not often eaten. Some restaurants offer daal bhat, but they are named Veg Thali (daal bhat, very few vegetarians), Chicken Thali (daal bhat, vegetable and curry chicken) and Mutton Thali (mutton Thali, vegetable and curry lamb). Takalis is a ethnic minority in the mountains, best known for its amazing recipes and cooking style. Try some Thakali restaurants for Thakali thali, you will be surprised by the taste of daal bhat tarkari.

Newari Khaja Set or Samaybaji

Newars is an indigenous community in Kathmandu. There are a variety of dishes, almost 200 kinds of cuisines. Samaybaji or Newari khaja ​​is a famous snack (khaja). Traditionally, people will eat this snack at Newari family gatherings and festivals (there are many Newari festivals like their dishes), but now, it has become a regular snack for everyone. Samaybaji includes baji or chiura (mashed rice), choila (marinated spicy meat), bara (lentil pancake), black-eyed peas, boiled egg, spicy kimchi, soy and ginger Silk, alu tama (potato and bamboo shoot curry), and green leafy vegetables. Wine is also included. Newari restaurant offers the best khaja ​​set or Samaybaji.