Safe to eat
Aloo Tama (Potato and Fermented Bamboo Shoot Soup)
आलु तामाTangy soup with potatoes and fermented bamboo shoots.
Vegetarian Guide to Nepal Local & Street Food
Find authentic meat-free options, learn essential phrases, and get local tips for plant-based dining.
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Filtered results are based on automated analysis of common food data. This is for general guidance only. Ingredient variations, preparation methods, cross-contamination risks, and data accuracy can differ significantly. Always verify all information directly with vendors before consumption, especially for allergies or strict dietary needs. See full disclaimers for filtered results.
Essential Phrases
I am vegetarian
म शाकाहारी हुँ
Ma shakahari hun
Indicates vegetarian diet preference
No meat, please
मासु नहालनुहोस्, धन्यवाद
Masu nahalnus, dhanyavad
Specifies no meat in food preparation
Watch Out For
- Meat stock in soups
- Animal fat for cooking
- Fish sauce in some noodle dishes
- Ghee (clarified butter) in some preparations
Safe Options
- Vegetable momos (dumplings)
- Dal bhat (lentil soup with rice)
- Vegetable thukpa (noodle soup)
- Aloo tama (potato and bamboo shoot curry)
Important Notice
Many Nepali kitchens use the same cooking surfaces and utensils for vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Consider dining at established vegetarian restaurants or requesting freshly cleaned cookware.
Show This to Your Server
म शाकाहारी हुँ। कृपया मेरो खानामा कुनै पनि मासु, माछा वा मासुको झोल नहालनुहोस्। धन्यवाद।
I am vegetarian. Please do not add any meat, fish, or meat stock to my food. Thank you.
