Chili is spread worldwide and is one of the basic foods used to add a spicy kick to our dishes. In this way, in addition to enjoying the spiciness, we also have the opportunity to get to know different cultures through the special chili dishes. If you have spicy cravings, I will show you a great dish you can prepare yourself. Let me introduce you to Bhutanese Ema Datshi, a recipe provided to us by Pendhay, which means Hot chili peppers and cheese.

This is the national dish of Bhutan, and chili is a big part of the country’s culture. Along with the delightful taste, this dish’s simplicity and speed of preparation are great. Also, with the help of the different types of chili that you can use, you can get a completely different result. That way, depending on your spicy tolerance, you can get a mild to highly spicy Bhutanese Ema Datshi.

It will take you less than half an hour to prepare Bhutanese Ema Datshi. This recipe requires 5 jalapeño peppers, and if you thought that was a lot, you also need two more green chili peppers! I warned you about the spicy kick! Also, you need vegetables such as onions, garlic, and tomatoes, which will also contribute to the beautiful color of this dish. Finally, you need a cheese that melts nicely for the recipe to be complete. I used Amul Cheese, but you can use any type of creamy cheese you find. Everything is stirred and fried, and you get a homogeneous mixture that will enchant you with its taste.

According to Pendhay, Bhutanese Ema Datshi must be served with rice. Or, as he says, the dish without rice is a crime. I was afraid of the hot flavor because of the large number of chili peppers I used for this recipe. But after trying it, I realized that it is not only not too spicy but also absolutely delicious due to the combination of peppers and cheese. Finally, I may have found my new favorite recipe, so I encourage you to try it, too!

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