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Ema datshi

Traditional dish from Bhutan

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About Ema datshi

a cheese and chili-based dish from Bhutan

Ema datshi is a spicy Bhutanese stew made from hot chili peppers and cheese. It is among the most famous dishes in Bhutanese cuisine, recognized as the national dish of the country. Over the years, ema datshi, which has its roots in Tibetan culinary traditions, has undergone various changes to suit the preference of local Bhutanese taste.

Cuisine Type

  • Bhutanese cuisine

Components

  • chili pepper
  • Datshi

Dietary Information

✓ Must-try when visiting Bhutan
Traditional Bhutan cuisine

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