 Dhau in a clay pot | |
| Alternative names | Juju Dhau |
|---|---|
| Type | Yogurt |
| Place of origin | Nepal |
| Region or state | Kathmandu valley |
| Created by | Newar people |
| Main ingredients | Milk |
| Ingredients generally used | yogurt culture, sugar |
Dhau (Nepal Bhasa: धौ) is a variety of yogurt primarily prepared by Newar people of Nepal. It is traditionally made in clay pots. The most famous and delicious variety of dhau is Juju dhau, which is known for its rich taste and thick consistency. Juju dhau literally translates to "king of yogurt" in Nepal Bhasa.[1] It is a specialty of the town of Bhaktapur.
- ^ रोक्का, दिपेन्द्र. "'जुजु धौ' अर्थात् दहीको राजा". nagariknews.nagariknetwork.com (in Nepali). Retrieved 2022-07-20.