Hunza valley is one of the fascinating northern areas of Pakistan that is covered with snow-capped mountains and greenery. This beautiful valley is well-known for its attractiveness. The people who live in this valley are extremely friendly and hospitable. The food in this region is full of delicious taste. You will feel the real flavor of nature and purity in these foods. If you ever tasted the food of Hunza, only you can realize the feel of these mouthwatering dishes.

Here’s the only guide you need on Hunza Valley’s cuisine:

Go-Lee

Go- Lee which is also called Giyaling is a traditional breakfast item of Hunza. It is specifically prepared for the event of giani which is celebrated in May and June each year after the cultivation of wheat crops. Giyaling is a flatbread that is made with whole-grain flour. This bread is usually cooked on special occasions. It is served by spreading butter on it along with tea.

Harissa

Harissa is one of the delicious dishes of Hunza. It is an excellent combination of meat, rice, wheat, and green lentils. This can be compared with haleem, but it has its own special taste because it is specially prepared with ghee. It is a very healthy dish that is preferred by the local people to eat. Harissa is very easy to make and a good source of protein. It can be eaten alone or can also be served with naan.

Chapshuro

Chapshuro is considered a pizza in this city. It is the bread that is stuffed with chopped meat of beef, mutton or chicken with onion, red chili, tomato, coriander, onion, black pepper, green chili, plain flour, water, salt, and oil. This dish is baked in the oven at a specific temperature until it turns brown from both sides. You can also try this dish at home because it is straightforward to make and delicious to eat.

Shopan

Shopan is a tasty food item in this region. The key ingredients required for this dish include the stomach of sheep/goat or minced meat along with flour, salt, red chili, coriander, onion, mint, water, salt, and oil. Meat is usually marinated with vinegar or lemon juice so that the smell goes out of it. It is served with rice or wheat bread.

Diram Fitti

The majority of people living in Hunza work in the fields, therefore, they require highly energetic food to fulfill their body requirements. Diram fitti is one of the perfect choices of food for these people Diram Fitti is an exceptional breakfast item. It is the bread that is made from sprouted wheat flour which provides the natural sweetness to it. This dish is served by adding butter, almond, or apricot oil.

Buttering Daudo

Buttering Daudo is a traditional apricot soup that is made primarily in the winter season. It is a very helpful remedy to get rid of the diseases of the cold season and also works well for people having constipation issues. Dried apricots are used to prepare this soup with other ingredients including sugar, water, and lemon. It is almost prepared in every house in Hunza in the cold season because of its numerous benefits.

Buroshapik/Ghilmindi

Ghilmindi is another piece of Hunza cuisine that you certainly won’t be able to try at home! It’s one of my absolute favourites and giving it a try is something you must do in Hunza! Wheat chapatis are pan-fried, cut into triangles, and then stuffed with a yogurt-cheese mixture straight from cows. Coriander, mint, and onions are mixed in, and sometimes apricot oil can make an appearance too.

It’s also common for people to put nuts or shavings of nuts both inside and on top, all making for a unique taste that you won’t readily find served by restaurants in Lahore, Islamabad, or Karachi.