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Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥580kcal
💪38gProtein
🌾22gCarbs
🥑38gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Pokhareli Bhutuwa

How to order / say it
Say it पोखरेली भुटुवा — [Poh-kha-re-lee Boo-too-wah]
Order I'd like to order Pokhareli Bhutuwa, please.
Locally म पोखरेली भुटुवा अर्डर गर्न चाहन्छु।
Say locally

A spicy stir-fried meat dish with local herbs and spices.

Why try it?

Pokhareli Bhutuwa captures the essence of Pokhara's bold and spicy flavors, reflecting the city's preference for rich, hearty dishes shared among family.

How it tastes

The dish offers a savory blend of spices with tender meat, often featuring a hint of heat balanced by aromatic herbs.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

Originating in the early 1900s, Bhutuwa became a staple among locals for its filling nature and adaptability to various meats available in Pokhara.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g boneless meat
  • 🧂 2 tbsp ginger paste
  • 🧂 2 tbsp garlic paste
  • 🧄 1 large onion
  • 🥕 3 pcs green chilies
  • 🫒 3 tbsp mustard oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 🧂 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 🧂 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

Method

  1. 1 Heat mustard oil and add cumin seeds.
  2. 2 Add ginger and garlic paste, sauté until golden.
  3. 3 Stir in meat, onion, green chilies, and spices.
  4. 4 Cook covered until meat is tender and well-cooked.
  5. 5 Uncover and stir to evaporate excess liquid.
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