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The picturesque Himalayan region of Leh has somewhat emerged as a destination for soul-searching. A giant leap, away from the common commotion of daily life, Leh, located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, presents travellers with a sombre mood, and deep affection. When in Leh, you will also find yourself looking at some special foods, which you would not usually find elsewhere. Amidst the high Himalayas, having treaded the road less taken, make a stopover for some delicious and authentic Tibetan food. The food in Leh Ladakh, like the topography of the place, is fresh and delicate, along with an invigorating rush that encompasses this vast space. Apart from the usual, go in search for the local, as it is in the local cuisine that you will find the authentic flavours of the place. Here is a list of our top food picks from the Leh Ladakh region.
Tibetan steam bread, extremely delicate and soft, Tingmo is something you must try when in Leh. Tingmos are authentic Tibetan breads and can be also termed as ‘buns.’ Basically, you take a momo and remove the filling and...more
Here in Leh, it is known as the gur-gur chai, and is by far one of the most unique things you will ever taste, especially if you are used to drinking the sweetened milk tea. The salted tea is made by boiling tea with bak...more
We know you might have had this dish elsewhere as well, but as mentioned earlier, the local flavour is something else, and you must try it by all means. Essentially Tibetan, thukpa is a type of noodle soup that is extrem...more
A type of thukpa, thenthuk is yet another comfort food that is delicious and healthy. Thenthuk is made of wheat flour dough and is cooked into a soup along with meat and vegetables. Unlike thukpa, the dough thentuk is no...more
Usually, when you order momos at an authentic Tibetan restaurant, it would come with a bowl of soup. In the case of Mothuk, you have momo being served in a bowl of soup! This delicious dish is a must-have for all momo lo...more
Now here is something that we guarantee is one-of-a-kind. This chewing cheese, is a food item found exclusively in Tibetan dominant areas. The churpi is typically made from solidified yogurt, which is then cut into small...more
A Tibetan wine made from barley, millet, or rice grains, chaang is a delicious drink for those looking to quench their thirst in Leh. The white-coloured drink is quite popular in places where Tibetans have resided over t...more
Well, this one is by far the most popular of them all. Momo, as we know it is a little different from the authentic Tibetan ones. These are dumplings filled with meat or vegetables, and are native to Tibet, Sikkim, Nepa...more
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