Bhutanese Cheese And Pork Stew With Vegetables And Rice (ema Phagsha Tshoem Paa)

This Bhutanese Cheese and Pork Stew with Vegetables and Rice, also known as Ema Phagsha Tshoem Paa, is a traditional dish from Bhutan that is packed with flavor and hearty ingredients.

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Bhutanese Cheese And Pork Stew With Vegetables And Rice (ema Phagsha Tshoem Paa)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Bhutanese cheese, cubed
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 4-5 green chilies, sliced
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, green beans, bell peppers)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the pork and cook until browned.
  3. Add the onions, green chilies, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onions are soft.
  4. Stir in the tomatoes, turmeric, cumin powder, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the mixed vegetables and Bhutanese cheese. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Serve the stew over cooked rice.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
380 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Large pot Spatula Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Cooking pot Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bhutanese Cheese and Pork Stew with a side of traditional Bhutanese red rice for an authentic experience.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier version, increase the amount of green chilies in the stew.

Cost

$15