Siddu (bread)

Siddu (also spelled sidu) is a Himachali dish. It is fermented steamed bread commonly made from wheat flour, with yeast playing a key role in its preparation by allowing the dough to rise over several minutes or hours. It is often stuffed with various fillings such as green peas, walnuts, pudina, and herbs. It is typically served with accompaniments like clarified butter (desi ghee), lentil soup, or green chutney.

While it shares traits with stuffed dumplings due to its savory or sweet fillings, it aligns closely with the concept of a steamed bun. However, depending on the emphasis—whether on the dough or the stuffing—it is sometimes described as a filled, steamed bread or dumpling. This nuanced classification suggest regional variations in its preparation and the dual focus on both the fermented dough and various fillings.

Historically, it has been a street food traditionally prepared by shepherds and is commonly made by the pahari people, the inhabitants of mountainous areas of Himachal Pradesh, India.