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Bhutanese Style Dry Beef Pa

Cultural Context

Bhutanese Style Dry Beef Pa, or Shakam Paa, is a traditional dish that reflects Bhutan's rich culinary heritage, often enjoyed during family gatherings. The dish showcases the use of local ingredients, particularly dried beef, which is a staple in Bhutanese cuisine due to the country's high-altitude environment that favors preservation methods. Today, it is celebrated not just in Bhutan but also among Bhutanese communities worldwide, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its unique flavor profile.

BhutaneseBTmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb dry beef
1 medium onion
3 dried red chilies
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1/2 cup garlic leaves
1 medium tomato
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt

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

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and pork is often cheaper.

dried red chilies

🥗Healthier: fresh red chilies

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Fresh chilies can offer a milder flavor, while cayenne is more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

bamboo shoots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned bamboo shoots

Zucchini is a common substitute and often more affordable.

1

Prepare the dry beef.

2

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

3

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

4

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.

5

Add green chillis and chopped tomato, mixing well.

6

Introduce the dry beef to the pot, stirring to coat with spices.

7

Season with salt and cook until the beef is tender.

Cooking Techniques

dryingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Dry Beef PaShakam Paa

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