Bhutanese Ema Datshi Recipe
'Ema' translates to chili, while 'datshi' refers to a traditional Bhutanese cottage cheese. The spiciness of the dish can vary from mild to extremely hot, utilizing either fresh or dried chili peppers. In Bhutanese cuisine, chilis are consumed as a regular vegetable. To enhance the creaminess of the cheese, butter may be added, creating a richer sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Jalapeños (quartered)
- 1 tsp Green chillies (slit)
- 1 cup Onions (sliced)
- 1 tsp Garlic (roughly chopped)
- ½ cup Tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup Cheese (grated)
- 2 tsp Butter
- 1 tsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 ¼ cup Water
Instructions
- Remove the stalks off the chilli peppers and cut them in quarters lengthwise.
- Slit the green chillies – removing the pith will reduce the spiciness if desired.
- Slice the onions, roughly chop the garlic, and dice the tomatoes.
- Add all the ingredients to the pan along with the salt, oil, and water.
- Turn on the heat and cover the pan with a lid.
- Allow everything to boil on medium heat for 15 minutes until the peppers have softened.
- Turn off the heat then add the butter and grated cheese.
- Stir until the cheese has melted.
- Taste and adjust the salt. Serve hot with boiled rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 393kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 17gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 1608mgFiber: 5gSugar: 11g
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