Dhikri
Dhikri (Nepali: ढिक्री) is a Nepalese steamed rice cake primarily prepared by the Tharu people of southern Nepal. It is an essential food for the Maghi festival. It is also served in other festivals such as Dashain.[1]
Type | Cake |
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Place of origin | Nepal |
Associated cuisine | Nepalese cuisine (Tharu cuisine) |
Created by | Tharu people |
It is prepared by making a dough with warm water and rice flour. The dough is given a shape of sausage. It is then steamed by placing a cotton cloth over it. It is served with spicy pickles, lentil soup or curry.[2][3]
See also
- Bagiya
- Nepalese cuisine
- List of Nepalese dishes
- Denhari, storage box made by Tharu people of Nepal
References
- "दशैंको विशेष परिकार ढिक्रि". दशैंको विशेष परिकार ढिक्रि. Retrieved 2021-07-22.
- "Tharu Cuisines and Delicacies (in Pictures)". The Nepali Food Blog - theGundruk.com. 2016-01-16. Retrieved 2021-07-22.
- "Dhikri in Maghe – Boss Nepal". Retrieved 2021-07-22.
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