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.

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

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.

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.

Orange Sadheko (Suntala Sadheko) is a popular Nepalese snack, specifically a tangy and spicy citrus salad, often enjoyed during the winter months.

It is commonly served as a refreshing, healthy snack or appetizer, often featuring the rich, juicy oranges grown in the hilly regions of Nepal.

Peanut Sadheko is a popular Nepali snack made by mixing roasted peanuts with chopped onions, tomatoes, small green chilies, coriander, lemon juice, salt, and a touch of mustard oil. Sometimes, toasted sesame seeds are added for extra flavor. It’s a crunchy, spicy, and tangy salad often enjoyed as a light snack or served as an appetizer with drinks.

Potato Pakora, also known as Aloo Pakora, is a popular Indian street food snack made by dipping thin slices or shredded potatoes into a spiced chickpea flour (besan) batter and deep-frying them until crispy and golden. These savory fritters are a perfect snack for rainy days or tea time, often served with chutneys.

Aloo Sadheko is a popular, tangy, and spicy Nepali salad or appetizer made with boiled potatoes, usually served cold or at room temperature. It is a staple of Newari cuisine and is often featured in festivals and feasts. The term “sadheko” means marinated, referring to the method of tossing ingredients in spices, lemon juice, and mustard oil.

A Samosa is a popular fried or baked pastry featuring a savory filling, most commonly made of spiced potatoes, onions, and green peas. While widely considered a staple of Indian cuisine, it actually originated in Central Asia and the Middle East, where it was known as sambosa or sanbosag as far back as the 10th century.

Bhatmas Sadheko is a quintessential Nepali snack and appetizer featuring crunchy roasted soybeans marinated in a bold, spicy, and tangy dressing. It is particularly popular in the Newari community.

Spinach Pakora, also known as Palak Pakora, are crispy Indian fritters made by deep-frying spinach leaves coated in a seasoned chickpea flour (besan) batter. They are a popular tea-time snack, especially during the rainy or winter seasons.