As dawn breaks over the snow-capped peaks of Xizang Autonomous Region, locals reach for breakfast staples that’ve fueled Himalayan mornings for generations ☀️. Imagine: steam rising from cha ngamo (sweet milk tea) in hand, the satisfying crunch of shapale (Tibetan fried bread), and aromatic thukpa noodles swimming in broth – it’s breakfast, Tibetan-style!
"This combo keeps us warm through chilly mornings," says Tenzin Dorje, a Lhasa café owner, while flipping golden-brown shapale. "Tourists now join locals at plastic stools – they call it ‘breakfast with mountain views.’" 📸
Food bloggers are dubbing Xizang’s morning meals "the ultimate comfort carbs" this year, with #TibetanBreakfast videos racking up 12M+ TikTok views since 2025. Pro tip from travelers: Pair your tea with tsampa (roasted barley flour) for an energy boost before exploring monasteries!
