Lakhamari is an integral part of the Newari culture; it is a traditional crunchy sweet bread prepared mainly during festivals and ceremonies. They are made in different shapes and sizes, but all taste the same with various sweetness. Lakhamaris are made with combinations of flour, clarified butter and other ingredients. If you have a sweet tooth, this Nepali fried sweet is definitely a must-try delicacy!
Sel roti does not need any introduction. It is a traditional homemade ring-shaped sweet rice bread that most Nepalese people love. It is specially made during the Hindu festivals like Dashain, Tihar, and Teej, but you will easily find tea shops selling them in every corner of Kathmandu Valley.
Juju Dhau is yoghurt made in Bhaktapur by boiling buffalo milk in a clay pot and leaving it to ferment. It has a rich, creamy texture that will melt right in your mouth. Juju Dhau has a distinct taste and stands out amongst other locally made yoghurts. No wonder it is the king of curds!
Made from stirring mixed sugar, khuwa (thickened milk), peanutpowder,r and coconut powder to a brown and gooey batter, pustakari is the Nepali version of candy. Pustakari has a dark brown colour and is cut into smaller and often rectangular pieces. However, pustakari is not very sweet; the ghee curbs the sweetness and gives it a rich taste. These sweets have enchanted Nepalese taste buds.
One of the most popular sweets in Nepal, gudpak is not only tasty but also very nutritious. This sweet is suitable for every occasion. As the name suggests, this sweet is made of ghee, gundh, brown sugar, milk powder, sliced almonds, cardamom, grated coconut, and pistachios. It is famous for its sweetness, nutrition, and soft texture composition.
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