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Laphing in Kathmandu: A Tibetan-Influenced Cult Favorite

3 min read · Kathmandu Food · Updated June 2026  |  Plan this trip with AI →

Cold, chewy mung bean or wheat starch noodles in a tangy, spicy sauce -- a Tibetan-influenced street snack that's developed a genuine cult following in Kathmandu, especially around Swayambhu.

Swayambhu Street Stalls -- Widely Considered the Best Area

If you're visiting the Swayambhunath stupa, the surrounding stalls are also the city's best-regarded source for laphing -- a natural pairing of sightseeing and food in one stop.

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