Even though Bhutan is one of the favourite tourist destinations, very few people know about the richness and uniqueness of Bhutanese cuisine. The food of Bhutan is renowned for its spices, cheese, flavours and distinct culinary traditions that have been followed by generations. Chillies & Cheese are the most commonly used ingredients that are incorporated in the majority of the food dishes. Following are some of the most common food dishes of the Bhutanese that are must-taste during your trip to Bhutan.
Ema Datshi
The national dish of Bhutan, Ema Datshi is prepared using a perfect combination of chillies and cheese that gives it a unique taste and texture mostly served with red rice.
Phaksha Paa
This is a spicy stew made with stir-fried pork meat combined with dried chillies, ginger, garlic and other spices. This is mostly served with rice and is the most popular dish in Bhutanese cuisine.
Jasha Maru
Jasha Maru is a Bhutanese chicken curry made with a mixture of regional spices mostly served with rice. The curry offers a rich taste of the spices and is a common dish enjoyed during lunch.
Goen Hogay
The most popular salad made with cucumber, tomato, onion and other vegetables is one of the popular food dishes that are mostly consumed during lunch. In some places, the salad is also topped up with grated cheese which adds a unique texture and taste to it.
Kewa Datshi
Similar to the Ema Datshi, Kewa Datshi is made from boiled potatoes and cheese that offers a creamy and rich texture to it mostly consumed with rice and is the most common alternative for people who are not into spices.
Momo
Known as the most common food item in South Asian countries, momo is a popular food dish of Bhutanese cuisine that is filled with a mixture of vegetables and meat served with various forms of chilli sauces.
Khur-Le
Khur-Le is a Bhutanese pancake made with buckwheat and flour. These pancakes are eaten in two ways, the spicy version includes using chilli oils and cheese, while the sweeter version includes a drizzle of honey accompanied by butter tea.
