Dal Baht and Rice
Buff Fried Rice
Buff Fried Rice is a hearty and popular Nepali dish known as bhuteyko bhat, featuring tender buffalo meat (buff) stir-fried with rice, many vegetables and a variety of aromatic spices.
Chatamari (Nepali Pizza)
Chatamari is a traditional Newari dish from Nepal, often called the “Nepali pizza” It’s a thin, crispy crepe made primarily from rice flour batter. Cooked on a flat griddle, the base is topped with a variety of savory ingredients such as minced meat, eggs, onions, tomatoes, and spices. The combination of a crunchy rice flour crust with flavorful toppings makes it a popular snack or light meal, especially in the Kathmandu Valley.
It’s eaten during festivals and special occasions, but also beloved as everyday street food.
Chatpate (Puffed Rice Salad)
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.
Chicken Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice is a versatile, high-heat stir-fry dish featuring cold cooked rice, seasoned chicken, scrambled eggs, and assorted vegetables.
Dal Bhat
Dal Bhat is the traditional and most important meal in Nepal, consisting of steamed rice (bhat) and lentil soup (dal). It is usually served with a variety of side dishes such as vegetable curry (tarkari), greens (saag), and spicy pickles (achar). This wholesome and balanced meal provides essential nutrients and energy, making it a daily staple for people across the country
Dhikri
Dhikri is a traditional and healthy steamed rice cake, very popular among the Tharu community of Nepal. It is a staple food at the Maghi festival. It is also served at other festivals such as Dashain and Chhath.
Egg Fried Rice
Egg Fried Rice is a versatile, quick, and popular Asian dish that serves as a perfect, budget-friendly meal or side, typically ready in 5-15 minutes.
Latte or Chamre
Nepalese sweet sticky rice, commonly known as Latte or Chamre, is a rich and fragrant dish that is widely enjoyed and prepared during the Nepalese New Year festival, Tamu Lhosar (late December). It is a festive specialty of the mountainous regions of western Nepal.
Made from Anadi (a local variety of glutinous rice).
Rice Pudding
Rice Pudding is a classic, comforting dessert enjoyed across Nepal and many parts of the world. In Nepal, it’s often called Dudh Chiura or simply Rice Kheer, and is made by slow-cooking rice in milk with sugar and aromatic spices.
Rice Salad
Rice Salad is a versatile, refreshing dish that typically combines cooked, cooled rice with a variety of raw or cooked vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. It is highly customizable, often serving as an excellent meal prep, picnic, or potluck option.
Sel Roti
Sel Roti is a traditional Nepali ring-shaped sweet bread made from a fermented rice flour batter and deep-fried until golden. Known for its unique crispy exterior and soft, chewy interior, it is an essential cultural symbol of festivity, prosperity, and unity in Nepal.
It is commonly enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack with milk tea, vegetable curry or yogurt.
Thali
Thali in Nepal refers to a complete meal served on a round plate (also called “thaal”), typically featuring a balance of flavors, textures, and nutrition. It’s the heart of Nepali cuisine, served at home, restaurants, and on special occasions.
Vegetables Fried Rice
Vegetables Fried Rice is a quick and versatile Asian dish made by stir-frying cooked, chilled rice with various vegetables, aromatics, and savory sauces.
Yomari
Yomari is a symbol of warmth, celebration and community, especially for the Newar people of the Kathmandu Valley. Traditionally made during Yomari Punhi festival (held on the full moon of December), this steamed treat marks the end of the rice harvest and the beginning of the winter season.
The word ‘Yomari’ is derived from Nepal Bhasa, where ‘yo’ means ‘favourite’ and ‘mari’ means ‘bread’ or ‘delicacy’.













