Dhindho or Dhido is somewhat of a hidden delicacy in the Thamel region and the remote corners of Kathmandu. This dish is cooked by boiling stone-ground some buckwheat flour, millet with salt in water and cornmeal.
This thick porridge dish is a staple diet food of the people living in the rural areas of Nepal. It is usually eaten with vegetable curries, butter, pickles, yogurt, and buttermilk.
Nepal is famous for its towering mountain landscapes and is home to eight of the highest peaks in the world. It also has a burgeoning culinary scene that is criminally underrated.
Nepal is a fascinating place for any tourist, with a delightful blend of satisfying flavors to explore throughout the country.
Nepalese cuisine is greatly influenced by the country’s climate, soil and long standing traditions. There is a significant role played by the country’s geography and cultural diversity in the types of traditional dishes eaten by the locals.
Some Nepalese dishes are also popular in neighboring countries such as Tibet, China, and India.
Most Popular Nepalese Foods
Among South Asian cuisine, Nepalese dishes are generally healthier as dishes are cooked in less fat, than of many neighboring countries. Typical staples of Nepalese cuisine include vegetables, salads, lean curries, soups, curd, pickles, tomatoes, coriander, garlic, chillies, and mustard oil.
So without further ado, here are the absolute must-try dishes of Nepal along with recipes for you to try for yourself. Dhal Bhat is the most famous staple dish of Nepal. It is a traditional meal consisting of a cooked lentil soup called dal and steamed rice (bhat).Since Nepal is a place where rice doesn’t grow well, other grains such as buckwheat, barley, maize or millet may be substituted. This dish can be either yellow or black depending on the type of lentils used.
Dal is usually cooked with onion, ginger, garlic, tamarind, tomatoes, and chilli. It is also made with different spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala.