| Type | Dumpling |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Bhutan |
Hoentay is a traditional sweet buckwheat dumpling that is known have originated from Haa Valley in Bhutan. Similar to momos they are made from buckwheat dough wrapper usually combined with spinach or turnip leaves, amaranth seeds (zimtse), cottage cheese, butter, chili powder, onion and ginger. It is usually eaten during the festival of Lomba, an agricultural festival that marks the end of the harvest season and for New Year celebrations.
However, with urbanisation, Hoentey is losing its place among the younger generation.
See also
References
- Migrationology. "Bhutanese Food: 25 Best Dishes To Eat When You're In Bhutan!". Migrationology.
- Daily Bhutan. "Celebrate Lomba In Haa And Paro With Delicious Hoentay Dumplings". Daily Bhutan.
- "Hoentey losing pride of place during Lomba". Kuensel Online. Retrieved 2024-12-27.