Bhutanese Cheese And Chili Stew With Vegetables (ema Paa Tshoem)

Bhutanese Cheese and Chili Stew with Vegetables, also known as Ema Paa Tshoem, is a traditional dish from Bhutan that is known for its spicy and flavorful taste. This stew is a popular comfort food in Bhutan and is often enjoyed with red rice or traditional Bhutanese bread.

Bhutanese Cheese And Chili Stew With Vegetables (ema Paa Tshoem)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of diced potatoes
  • 1 cup of diced carrots
  • 1 cup of diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup of diced onions
  • 2 cups of diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup of shredded Bhutanese cheese (datshi)
  • 4-6 green chilies, sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 4 cups of water

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and green chilies, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
  4. Add turmeric, cumin powder, and salt. Stir well.
  5. Add potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers. Cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Add tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Pour in water and bring the stew to a gentle boil.
  8. Add the shredded cheese and stir until it melts and thickens the stew.
  9. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  10. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Bhutanese Cheese and Chili Stew with red rice or traditional Bhutanese bread.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of green chilies based on your spice preference. You can also add more or less cheese according to your taste.

Cost

$15