Dhakane (Nepali: ढकने), is a type of sweet
Pulao, originated from
Nepal a dish made from rice. It is widely popular in all parts of Nepal, quite more in eastern Nepal and it is known with different names according to places. Although it is a sweet cuisine, it cannot be served as a dessert, because it is a heavy dish. It is usually served as dinner or lunch in during festivals or special occasions. It is often associated and served along with or alternative of
Kheer.
Origin
It is originated in
Eastern Nepal and it is claimed to be originated by
Dhakal
Dhakal ( ne, ढकाल ) is a
Bahun (बाहुन)/Kshetri(क्षेत्री) surname found in Nepal and in some parts of India (Uttarakhand, Sikkim). They are pahari people and of Indo-Aryan origin.
The Dhakals are believed to be ...
caste in
Nepal. It is still widely popular among
Dhakal
Dhakal ( ne, ढकाल ) is a
Bahun (बाहुन)/Kshetri(क्षेत्री) surname found in Nepal and in some parts of India (Uttarakhand, Sikkim). They are pahari people and of Indo-Aryan origin.
The Dhakals are believed to be ...
s of Nepal.
See also
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Kheer
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List of Nepalese dishes
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Momo
References
Nepalese cuisine
Rice dishes
Types of food
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