Description
Meat skewers (BBQ) marinated in spices, loved nationwide in Nepal. Mutton, buffalo, chicken, or pork are marinated overnight in yogurt and Nepali spices, skewered on metal rods, and roasted over charcoal absorbing smoke. Similar to Indian 'Tikka', but characterized by mustard oil flavor and unique Nepali spice profiles.
Restaurants serving Sekuwa
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Mutton(or Pork/Chicken/Buffalo)
- Yogurt
- Mustard oil
- Garam Masala
- Lemon
- ガラムマサラ
- レモン
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- [Marinade]: Mix yogurt, mustard oil, garlic/ginger paste, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and lemon juice.
- [Marinate]: Soak bite-sized meat in marinade overnight to tenderize.
- [Grill]: Skewer meat on metal rods, roast over charcoal (or oven) slowly until the surface is charred and aromatic.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Cumin、Coriander、Mustard oil、Garam Masala
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Marinate Yakitori (salt) or chicken in curry powder and yogurt, then bake in oven
Pairing
Khukri Rum / Nepali Beer / Chiura
Trivia
The king of Nepali street food. By evening, Kathmandu streets are enveloped in Sekuwa smoke and spice aromas, with people enjoying these skewers with alcohol after work.
Eating tips & etiquette
Remove from skewer; eat wildly while biting into raw onion slices and green chilies. Dip in chili sauce or mint chutney as desired.
Allergen
Meat, Dairy (Yogurt)