Shakam Datshi Style Seared Beef, Green Chili & Cheese Skillet – Authentic Bhutan Recipe
Savory seared beef strips simmered in Bhutan’s signature velvety datshi cheese sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇹 Bhutan (South Asia, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Thinly sliced seared beef sirloin, Green peppers/chilies, Creamy melted cheese sauce, Garlic, Ginger
Ingredients for Shakam Datshi Style Seared Beef, Green Chili & Cheese Skillet (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) thinly sliced seared beef sirloin, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups green peppers/chilies, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup creamy melted cheese sauce
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Bhutan seasoning (ginger, scallions, Sichuan pepper pinch)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add thinly sliced seared beef sirloin and green peppers/chilies along with ginger, scallions, Sichuan pepper pinch, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with creamy melted cheese sauce and serve straight from the skillet.