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Chatamari
Nepal
The sacred food of the Newar people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Kathmandu valley.
Newar rice crepe — a thin rice flour pancake topped with minced meat, egg and spices. The Newar community's ancient pizza, eaten at festivals throughout Kathmandu.
Prep
15 mins
Cook
10 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
390 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
300grice flour
300mlwater
1 tspsalt
200gminced chicken or pork
2eggs
1onion, finely diced
chilli powderto taste
mustard oilfor the pan
Method
1
Mix rice flour, water and salt to a thin batter.
2
Pour onto an oiled hot pan. Spread thin. Top with spiced mince and beaten egg.
3
Cover and cook until set, about 5 minutes. Serve flat, cut into wedges.
Chef's Tip
Pour the batter thin and spread quickly — it sets fast and a thick chatamari will be doughy.
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