NEWARI food in NEPAL I TRADITIONAL dishes with LOCAL LIQUOR in KIRTIPUR and LALITPUR

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein with fewer calories.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added salt.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes.

Drain the rice and steam until fluffy, about 20 minutes.

Cook lentils in boiling water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Prepare meat by marinating with spices for at least 1 hour.

Grill or fry the marinated meat until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Chop vegetables and sauté in ghee until soft, about 5 minutes.

Mix cooked lentils with sautéed vegetables and season with salt.

Prepare pickles by mixing chopped ingredients with mustard oil and spices.

Serve rice topped with lentils and vegetables alongside grilled meat and yogurt.

Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with pickles.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens