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Emi Datshi

Cultural Context

Originating from Bhutan, Emi Datshi is a beloved national dish that showcases the country's love for cheese and chili. Traditionally served with rice, it embodies the Bhutanese spirit of simplicity and warmth. The dish is often enjoyed during communal meals, reflecting the importance of sharing food in Bhutanese culture. As global interest in Bhutanese cuisine grows, variations with different cheeses and spice levels have emerged, making it accessible to a wider audience.

BhutaneseBTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
garlic
ginger
1 onion
1 tomato
3-4 green chillies
cabbage
1 tablespoon red chilli
1 tablespoon salt
2 slices cheese
1 glass water
butter

cheese

🥗Healthier: paneer

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Paneer is lower in fat and can be more affordable.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers a milder flavor and is often less costly.

1

Heat a pan and add some butter.

2

Add crushed garlic and sauté until golden brown.

3

Add ginger and fry.

4

Add green chillies and fry well.

5

Add chopped onion and sauté.

6

Add chopped tomato and cook until soft.

7

Add chopped cabbage.

8

Add 1 tablespoon red chilli and 1 tablespoon salt.

9

Add 2 slices of cheese and mix well until melted.

10

Add 1 glass of water and let it boil.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Ema DatshiEmadatshi

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