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Ema Datchi

Cultural Context

Ema Datchi is a beloved dish from Bhutan, often referred to as the national dish. It showcases the Bhutanese love for spicy food, featuring green chilies and a rich cheese sauce. Traditionally served with rice, it embodies the simplicity and warmth of Bhutanese home cooking. Today, Ema Datchi has found its way into the hearts of food lovers around the world, with variations that adapt to local tastes while preserving its core flavors.

BhutaneseBTmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 ounces green chilies
1 cup cheese
1 medium onions
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Tofu provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

1

Boil water in a pot over medium heat.

2

Add sliced green chilies to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

3

Drain the chilies and set aside.

4

In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat.

5

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Stir in the cooked chilies and mix well.

7

Add cheese to the mixture and stir until melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

8

Season with salt to taste and mix thoroughly.

9

Serve hot with rice.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potpanknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Ema Datshi

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