Lakhamari
Type | Confectionery |
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Place of origin | Nepal |
Region or state | Kathmandu |
Main ingredients | Flour, sugar, butter |
Lākhāmaari (
Newars. It is made of flour, sugar, butter and other ingredients. It can be made in different shapes and are named differently depending upon the shapes. It is customarily given to guests of marriage ceremony in some Newar subculture. Prior to marriage, the groom has to provide 'lakhamaari's to the bride's family, which they will send along with the invitation card for marriage. However, lakhamaaris will only be sent to close relatives. Lakhamaari can be stored dry for many days.[1][2]
References
- ISSN 2504-5695
- ^ Republica. "The sweet taste of Lakhamari". My City. Retrieved 2024-02-05.