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Pakauda
Pakauda is a popular Nepali snack that is enjoyed as an appetizer or tea-time snack. To make Pakauda, first, prepare a batter by mixing besan (gram flour), rice flour, salt, turmeric powder, cumin powder, chili powder, and water. Then, add finely chopped vegetables like onions, potatoes, spinach, and green chilies to the batter and mix well. Heat oil in a pan and drop small portions of the batter using a spoon. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with tomato ketchup or chutney of your choice. Pakauda is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion.
Chowmein
Chowmein is a popular Nepali dish that combines stir-fried noodles, vegetables, and meat or protein of your choice. To make Nepali chowmein, start by boiling the noodles until they are cooked but still firm. Drain the water and set aside. Heat oil in a wok or pan, and add diced onions, garlic, and ginger until they become fragrant. Then, add sliced carrots, cabbage, bell peppers, and any other vegetables of your choice. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender, and then add the cooked noodles to the pan. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, and continue stir-frying until the noodles are coated in the sauce and heated through. Top with fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish, and serve hot.
Nepali Donuts
Doughnuts, also known as "donuts," are a popular treat all over the world, and in Nepal, they are often made with a slightly different twist. To make Nepali-style doughnuts, start by mixing together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and then add in milk, melted butter, and cardamom powder. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients to form a dough, then knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth. Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut into rings using a doughnut cutter or a glass. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the doughnuts until golden brown, then drain on a paper towel. Optionally, sprinkle some sugar or powdered sugar on top and enjoy your delicious Nepali-style doughnuts!
Chicken Momo
Chicken momo is one of the most popular Nepali dish that consists of steamed dumplings filled with spiced chicken. To make the filling, mince chicken with onions, garlic, ginger, and a mixture of spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Once the filling is done, get ready to fill up the momo wrappers, which can be either homemade or store-bought. Fold the wrappers into a half-moon shape and steam them in a momo steamer basket until cooked through. Serve hot with a side of tomato chutney or spicy dipping sauce. Chicken momo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.