Nepali CuisineEasyHigh-ProteinHalal

Traditional Yomari

Name: Traditional Yomari
Prep time: 29 min
Cook time: 34 min
Total time: 49 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nepali
Ingredients: 1 portion Main Ingredients for Traditional Yomari (freshly prepped); 1 tbsp Traditional Spice Mix & Aromatics; 2 tbsp Cooking Oil / Ghee; 1 tsp Salt & Fresh Herbs

Steamed rice-flour dumpling filled with sweet jaggery molasses (chaku) and sesame. Prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic stove-side guidance.

Prep Time29 mins

Cook Time34 mins

Total Time49 mins

Servings4 Servings

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Authentic, flavorful, and comforting. Perfect for home cooking.

Recipe Ingredients & Scaling

Adjust Servings

4 Servings

Ingredients

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1portionMain Ingredients for Traditional Yomari(freshly prepped)
1tbspTraditional Spice Mix & Aromatics
2tbspCooking Oil / Ghee
1tspSalt & Fresh Herbs

Equipment Required

Heavy Bottom Pan / Kadai Ladle

Step-by-Step Instructions

STEP 1

Preparation & Washing

Prepare and wash all fresh ingredients for Traditional Yomari. Chop aromatics finely.

STEP 2

Tempering & Base Flavor

Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Sizzle spices until golden and fragrant.

STEP 3

Slow Simmering

Add main ingredients, seasoning, and water/broth. Simmer gently until cooked through and rich in flavor.

STEP 4

Garnish & Serving

Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon juice. Serve hot with rice, bread, or appropriate sides.

Avoid These Common Mistakes

✕Overheating oil before adding spices.
✕Not letting the dish rest briefly before serving.

Recipe Creator

Nisha Khatun

Nisha Khatun is a creator, artist, home cook, and homemaker based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Passionate about authentic cooking, mindful living, creative crafts, and serene daily routines.

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