Ema Datshi with Red Rice

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 10 Green chilies, sliced
• 200 grams Farmer's cheese, cubed
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Tomato, diced
• 2 tablespoons Butter, none
• 1 cup Water, none
• 1 cup Red rice, rinsed
• a handful Cilantro, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a pot, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
2. 2.Add the green chilies and tomatoes, cook for about 5 minutes until soft.
3. 3.Pour in water and bring the mixture to a boil.
4. 4.Reduce the heat and add the cheese cubes, stirring gently until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
5. 5.Simultaneously, cook the red rice in a separate pot with 2 cups of water until tender and fluffy.
6. 6.Serve the Ema Datshi hot, garnished with cilantro, alongside the cooked red rice.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a less spicy version, remove the seeds from the chilies before cooking.
• chevron_rightIf farmer's cheese is unavailable, try using feta or mozzarella as a substitute.