Tihar special: Traditional sweets you can make at home

Nepali festivals and sweets have a long-standing connection. Dishes prepared for specific festivals carry cultural and family significance.

Sel roti and anarsa are traditionally prepared during Tihar, while lakhmari is associated with weddings. Sweets such as phini, khurma and khajuri are also popular traditional treats prepared on various occasions and have become an integral part of Nepali cuisine.