Daal-Bhaat-Tarkari, Nepalese Favourite Food !
Given Nepal's vast geographic and cultural diversity, it is difficult to generalize about what constitutes Nepali cuisine. It is however, characterized by its simplicity, lightness, and healthfulness. A typical meal uses only the freshest local ingredients, minimal fat, and an artful combination of herbs and spices. Nepali cuisine varies by region, from the tropical Terai region to the arctic Himalayas, but most meals consist of some form of rice or other grain accompanied by dried beans, lentils, or peas, and fresh vegetables. A common meal in many areas is daal-bhaat-tarkaari, (lentil-rice-vegetable) combination. Rice is usually boiled and accompanied by a lentil soup. The daal is prepared from a variety of dried beans, lentils and peas. There are at least a dozen varieties of daal dishes and each has different tastes and flavor. This also provides a liquid that go along with the rice. Vegetables are t...