India is made up of different regions, and each region has its distinct flavor which becomes its identity. Today in this episode, we are going to talk about Sikkim, which has made its identity as a tourism, which is also known for its food. The cuisine of Sikkim includes a unique selection of flavors and a multi-ethnic mix of people and beliefs. The cuisine of Sikkim is rich in flavor, combining local influences with those of neighboring countries. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some famous dishes of Sikkim which every tourist should taste. So let's know about these dishes of Sikkim...
Daal bhat
Everyone in Sikkim consumes Dal Bhaat almost every day and it is considered as the staple food of Sikkim. This meal is a mixture of boiled rice, lentil soup, and vegetables. Many Indian regions refer to this dish as Dal Chawal. The taste of lentil soup may vary from place to place, but some ingredients, such as salt, turmeric, and a bit of spice, remain the same. Vegetables (curries or fried vegetables) and many other side dishes are also included. For those who want to keep things simple and have a light meal, Dal Bhaat is a great option.
Thukpa
If you are visiting the Indian state of Sikkim, don't miss out on Thukpa! This Sikkimese dish, a delicious noodle soup made in the eastern regions of Tibet, is sure to tickle your tastebuds. This delicious dish is not only available to street vendors but in almost every restaurant in the state. In addition to the spicy flavor, the noodle soup contains chopped onions and green chilies. You have the option of making this recipe vegetarian or non-vegetarian. Instead of chopped vegetables, you can include red meat and eggs. If you are in Sikkim, you must try it!
Gone lost
One of the tastiest indigenous food of Sikkim is this Sikkimese-adapted Tibetan dish. Since the soup is served in a chimney-shaped dish, it is also known as chimney soup. The cooking method is responsible for its unique taste. It is made from a variety of ingredients and cooked over a charcoal fire.
Momos
Momos are steamed buns on top of a filling. It generally consists of 2 parts, the cover, and the filling. The cover is made of white flour and water dough. Sometimes yeast or baking soda is also added to the dough to enhance the texture of momos. Originally these momos were made with ground meat filling but a lot of modifications have been made over the years. Who made dumplings better? Everything from tofu to paneer is included in the filling.
Thanthuk
One of the most famous dishes of Sikkim is thanthuk, a type of noodle soup. It is made from vegetables, chicken or mutton, and wheat flour. If you are a vegetarian then you can have veggie thenthuk. It is a soup with vegetables, meat, or both, in which small pieces of flour are added and cooked with stew. It is a dinner dish served in Sikkimese households.
Wachipa
Wachipa is a traditional Sikkimese dish of the Kirat Rai ethnic group. Cooked rice and minced chicken are mixed with a powder produced from burnt chicken wings. As a result, the powder has a distinct bitter taste. It is possible to make vegetarian wachipa by substituting the meat with the leaves or flowers of the bitter damlapa plant. It is mainly consumed on special occasions.
Gundruk
Gundruk is a food of Nepalese origin and one of the staple foods of Sikkim. Gundruk is a leafy dish. Which is completely vegetarian and is made from mustard cabbage and few radish leaves. Properly made gundruks are found only in the village. People who make it in their homes, traditionally it is made in coins in the country in earthen pots. But people have started using other ways to make the same disco. This is one food that has remained the same over the ages and shows little change.
Bamboo Shoot Curry
Bamboo shoots are the young culms of bamboo that emerge above the ground and are edible. Bamboo shoot curry is a Sikkimese-style dish made from fermented bamboo shoots. The curry is spiced with turmeric to enhance the flavor of the dish, to mask the bitterness of the bamboo shoots. Tam curry is the local name for this bamboo shoot curry in Sikkim. Serve it with rice to enjoy this famous dish of Sikkim.
Sel bread
In Sikkim, Sel Roti is a famous and popular food of Sikkim. Rice flour is used to make it. The process involves cleaning the rice, which absorbs water and makes a nutritious meal. Cardamom is added to the water and sugar is added to taste. It is put in hot oil in a ring shape.
Sha Fale
Another popular food in Sikkim is Sha Phale. Deep-fried flavors are combined in 'sha phele' with a bread base and lots of minced beef. It is a Tibetan dish which is also very popular in Sikkim. Bread or patties are filled with a mixture of ground beef, boneless chicken, vegetables, and spices. After that, a semi-circle is folded around it and deep-fried to perfection. In the end, you'll have a crispy burger with a soft, delicious filling. Tofu and paneer have only recently been added to vegetarian and vegan dishes due to recent changes.
