Himalayan region of Nepal and Tibet is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Young Buddhist monk with a traditional dungchen(trumpet) under the snowy peaks of the Himalayas highlights the unique culture that has been thriving for centuries. Himalayan cuisine reflects its 'Wintry Landscape', revolving around 'Barley', 'Dairy Products' and 'Meat.' Himalayan food is both unique and comforting. The recipes are SIMPLE, HEARTY, and VERY WARMING. With every bite it brings out your soul and lets you connect with our Tradition, Culture and Family.
Himalayan cuisine is so remote and its culture might seem strange at first glance. It includes the culinary traditions and practices of Himalayas and its peoples, many of whom resides in Nepal, Tibet and India. Himalayan cuisine plays a big part on adaptation of people of himalayas. It is known for its use of noodles, goat, yak, mutton, dumplings, cheese(often from yak or goat milk), butter and heart warming soups.
Due to high altitude of himalayan region, crops must be able to grow at high altitudes and withstand cold winter. Therefore, himalayan cuisine is based solely on grain and meat. Although very few crops grows at lower altitude such as rice and apples, the most important crop in Himalayan region is barley. Flour milled from roasted barley, called tsampa is the main staple food of Tibet. Barley is also used as Sha Phaley, where meat and cabbage is stuffed inside Bread. It is himalayan version of beef patty. There are other various types of barley based cuisine such as Thukpa, which is a dinner staple consisting of vegetables, noodles of various shapes inside the broth and meat.
Meat is generally yak, goat or mutton. It is often dried to preserve for longer time period or cooked in a spicy stew with potatoes. Since mustard seeds are cultivated in Himalayan region, its heavily featured in its cuisine. Himalayan cuisine is particularly popular among areas in Nepal, Tibet and India. Today with western influence you can witness dishes such as fried yak meat and chips. Its ability to exist side by side of cities and countryside highlights its true strength of adaptability. The more you adapt, the more interesting you become.
