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Pokhara (Nepal)
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Nutritional Values
300kcal
50gProtein
5gCarbs
9gFat
1gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Sukuti
How to order / say it
Say it
सुकुटी — [Su-koo-ti]
Order
I'll have some Sukuti, please.
Locally
म सुकुटी अर्डर गर्न चाहन्छु।
Say locally
Sun-dried meat seasoned with local spices.
Why try it?
Sukuti offers a glimpse into Pokhara's historical preservation techniques and the robust flavors favored by its diverse community.
How it tastes
A rich, savory snack, Sukuti delivers intense smoky and spicy notes with a chewy texture, perfect as a standalone snack.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Dating back to the early 1800s, Sukuti was a practical method to preserve meats, originating in the highlands where sundrying was prevalent.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g strips of meat
- 🧂 1 tsp cumin powder
- 🧂 1 tsp chili powder
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tbsp ginger paste
Method
- 1 Marinate meat strips with spices and ginger paste.
- 2 Spread marinated meat on a tray for sun-drying.
- 3 Dry for several days until fully dehydrated.
- 4 Store in an airtight container.
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