Keto Ema Datshi#SundayFunday

Ema Datshi is the national dish of Bhutan, it's an easy, hearty saucey ultimate comfort soup with chilli peppers (ema) and cheese (datshi). This is luscious saucy soup is simmered in a cheese gravy that melts in your mouth. Every bite is warm, cozy, and deeply satisfying, striking the perfect balance of heat and creaminess. In Bhutan they make it very spicy, here I have made it according to our spice level.
All across the country, residents and travellers alike can be seen eating this hearty dish of cheese and chillies. Apart from Bhutan, this preparation is also consumed in several parts of Northeast India and Nepal.
Serves 2
Ingredients

2 Cloves Garlic -finely chopped
1 Red Chilly - slit
2 Green Chillies - slit
1 Small Onion - finely chopped
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
1/3 Cup Grated Cheese
2 Slices Cheddar Cheese
Method
Remove the stalks off the green chillies and slit them lengthwise. Chop the onion and garlic finely.
Heat butter and oil in a pan add the onions and garlic, saute till they start to sweat, do not brown them then add a cup of water. Cover and let it boil for 5 minutes or until the peppers have softened, add the grated cheese stir it till the gravy thickens. Check for salt, which will vary depending on how salty your cheese is. 
Ema Datshi is ready. Serve hot with boiled rice or keto flatbread.
A comforting, everyday meal. It reflects Bhutan’s deep love for bold, spicy, and hearty food traditions.
Labels: Cheese, Green Chilly, Keto, Bhutan, Asian Cuisine, Sunday Funday, Soup
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Sneha's Recipe
Sneha's Recipe

Happy Home-maker and culinary enthusiast.

7 comments:

  1. Your dish is why I LOVE this group, Sneha! I've never heard of ema datchi before but now I need to try it! Spicy cheese soup sounds like heaven in a bowl! First sign of a cold front coming through, this WILL be dinner!

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  2. Sneha, that is a unique recipe. I haven't really delved into Bhutan cuisine. This soup is just perfect for the cold season at the moment.

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  3. I love cheesy soups. Do you add the slice last?

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  4. I have never seen anything like this. I can't wait to try it.

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  5. Cheesy garlic and onions sounds absolutely heavenly.

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  6. I love a good cheese soup. I might need to seed those peppers and then I worry that it will still have too much heat for Frank's palate.

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  7. I love a great cheesy soup!

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