From Lazy Sunday to Bhutanese Bliss: My First Ema Datshi

Sundays at home can be quite an experience! My cook, Bishnu Bhaiya, takes the day off, and my house help, Gowri, often pulls a mysterious disappearing act. This adds a dash of chaos to the day, but it also gives me the chance to step into the kitchen and make something delicious—a task I absolutely love. After all, you can never go wrong with the food you make yourself!

Cooking for myself is always a joy, but I like to keep things simple. I avoid lengthy recipes that require hours in the kitchen when hunger is knocking and stomach growls are about to protest. Plus, I feel that a long cooking process kills your appetite!

Throughout the week, I save food reels that catch my eye, focusing on three essential criteria: the dish must look irresistible, be quick to prepare, and use ingredients that are easy to find.

One reel that captivated me featured Ema Datshi, a classic Bhutanese dish said to be Deepika Padukone's favourite and Bhutan's national dish. The idea of a cheesy curry was simply too tempting to resist!

With just a few ingredients—green chillies, garlic, cheese, salt, pepper, and optional onion and bell pepper—I prepared this delightful dish. You can also add zucchini or tomatoes for an extra twist. Serve it with your choice of rice, and you’ll experience creamy, cheesy goodness with a spicy kick—absolutely magical and mouthwatering!

In just fifteen minutes, I had a plateful of bliss. If you ever feel lazy or are in charge of Sunday cooking, this recipe is a must-try! There are plenty of reels out there, or you can message/call me for the details.

Until my next kitchen masterpiece, happy cooking!

Please note: Namak Swada-Anusaar and Chilli Shamta-Anusaar.