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Spicy Bhutanese Ema Datshi with Fresh Chilies and Cheese

Ema Datshi, a fiery combination of fresh chili peppers and cheese, is considered a national treasure in Bhutan. This simple yet flavorful dish is bound to spice up your taste buds while demonstrating

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Spicy Bhutanese Ema Datshi with Fresh Chilies and Cheese
Prep
0 min
Cook
0 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Chilies and Cheese

  1. 1

    Slice the chilies

    Wash and slice the green and red chilies into thin rounds.

    Tip: Remove seeds from the chilies if you prefer a milder dish.

  2. 2

    Prepare the cheese

    Crumble the feta cheese into a bowl and set aside.

  3. 3

    Mix the cheeses

    Grate the mozzarella cheese and mix with the feta.

    Tip: Let the cheese sit at room temperature for a few minutes to ensure it melts evenly.

How to Make Spicy Bhutanese Ema Datshi with Fresh Chilies and Cheese

Total time: 0 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Sauté onions and garlic

    Heat oil in a large pan, add minced garlic, and sliced onions. Cook until onions are translucent.

  2. 2

    Make the sauce

    Add diced tomatoes to the pan, followed by water. Cook until the tomatoes soften.

  3. 3

    Add chilies and cheese

    Add sliced chilies and cheeses to the mixture, stirring until the cheese melts thoroughly.

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