Alu Nimkin (often called Alu Nimki) is a legendary Nepali street food, originally hailing from the city of Dharan. It’s essentially a “chatpate-style” snack that combines crunchy, diamond-shaped crackers (nimki) with a spicy, potato-based gravy.

Kanchemba (कन्चेम्बा) is a traditional snack from the Thakali community of Nepal, often described as “Buckwheat Fries” or “Thakali Finger Chips”. It is a gluten-free dish made from buckwheat flour that is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Cauliflower Pakora (also known as Gobi Pakora) is a popular Indian tea-time snack consisting of crispy, deep-fried cauliflower florets coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter.

Chatpate is a beloved South Asian street food, most iconic in Nepal, that delivers an explosion of tangy, spicy, and savory flavors in every bite. Often described as a “puffed rice salad,” it is prized for its crunch and the instant kick of heat and citrus.

Cheese Balls are a popular, versatile appetizer, usually consisting of a blend of cheeses with potatoes and coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried until golden

Cheese Pakoras are a popular indulgent tea-time snack consisting of cheese, typically processed with cow cheese, cheddar or mozzarella, coated in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. They are known for their crispy exterior and gooey, melted cheese interior.

This dish involves cooking chips (fries) and then stir-frying them in a spicy, flavorful sauce.

Egg Pakora is a popular Indian and Nepali street food snack made by coating boiled eggs in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter and deep-frying them until crispy. It is commonly enjoyed as a teatime snack, appetizer, or party starter and accompanied by chutneys.

Taruwa is a popular traditional dish from the Terai region of Nepal, deeply rooted in the Maithil and Tharu communities. It consists of finely chopped vegetables or sprouts dipped in a spiced batter made from chickpea flour (besan) or rice, then deep-fried until crispy. It’s ideal as a side dish or snack.

Eggplant Pakora, also known as Baingan Pakora, is a popular Indian snack made by deep-frying thin slices of eggplant coated in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter. It is a gluten-free and vegan-friendly treat often served during tea time or as a starter.

Bhogate Sadheko is a traditional Nepali fruit salad made from juicy grapefruit or pomelo segments mixed with mustard oil, salt, sugar, toasted sesame seeds and sometimes fenugreek seeds (methi). It’s a perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and bitter, often served during festivals like Mha Puja and Tihar, especially in Newar communities.

Mix Vegetables Pakora are popular Indian fritters made by deep-frying thinly sliced or shredded vegetables coated in a spiced chickpea flour (besan) batter. They are a classic street food and a favorite home snack, especially during the rainy season or at teatime

Mushroom Choila is a popular Newari-style dish from Nepal, often served as a spicy, smoky, and tangy appetizer or side dish. It is a vegetarian alternative to traditional buffalo or chicken choila, using mushrooms as the main ingredient.

Mushroom Pakora (or pakoda) is a popular Indian deep-fried snack made by coating button mushrooms in a seasoned chickpea flour (besan) batter and frying until crispy and golden. These fritters are characterized by a soft, juicy interior and a crunchy exterior, often served as an appetizer with mint chutney or tomato chutney.

Mushroom Sadheko is a popular, spicy Nepali appetizer or side dish featuring mushrooms tossed with traditional spices, garlic, onion, and lemon juice. Often referred to as Vegetarian Sadheko,

Mustang Fried Potatoes (or Timur Potatoes) is a famous potato dish from Nepal’s Mustang district, known for its unique taste and texture. Made by using local, high-altitude potatoes, which are smaller, firmer, and more flavorful than regular ones.

It’s a simple yet iconic dish, especially popular among trekkers and locals in the Himalayan region.

Onion Pakora (also known as Kanda Bhaji or Onion Bhaji) is a popular Indian street food and tea-time snack made of sliced onions dipped in a spiced chickpea flour (besan) batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy.