Seasonal Veg Specials

Seasonal Vegetable Dishes

Bhutanese vegetable dishes with seasonal options, price varies ask for details, but we offer seasonal delights like Nakey (fiddlehead ferns), Sangay Shamu (Matsutake mushrooms), brinjal & more, perfect for exploring authentic Bhutanese produce. Ask your server for current seasonal options.

History of Seasonal Veg Specials

Bhutanese households adapt dishes to seasonal produce, rooted in agricultural lifestyle and sustainable practices. Foraged wild fiddlehead ferns (Nakey) and prized Matsutake mushrooms (Sangay Shamu) are celebrated in local harvest festivals and markets. The mushroom tradition culminates in the Matsutake Mushroom Festival, honoring these forest gems with community cooking, singing, and celebration.

Nutritional Value of Seasonal Veg Specials

Nutrient

Range

Calories

Varies

Protein

Varies

Fat

Varies

Carbohydrates

Varies

Fiber

Sodium

Varies

Dietary Information (per serving)

Note these will vary based on the seasonal veg available but here are some examples as reference.

Dish	Calories	Protein	Fat	Carbs	Sodium
Nakey Datshi	~180 kcal	6 g	12 g	10 g	Moderate
Sangay Shamu Datshi	~300 kcal	12 g	20 g	8 g	Moderate

Estimates provided; values vary by portion and cheese quantity.

Allergens: Contains dairy; mushrooms or vegetables only.

Dietary Benefits

Nakey (Fiddleheads): Low in calories, rich in iron, potassium, folate, vitamins A and K, and antioxidants. Also provides fiber and omega fatty acids.
Matsutake Mushrooms (Sangay Shamu): Low-calorie, umami-rich, high in antioxidants and immune-supporting compounds—harvested sustainably in the wild.

How to make Seasonal Veg Specials?

Preparation Method (example dishes)

Nakey Datshi (Fiddlehead Ferns with Cheese)

Ingredients: 8 fiddleheads, 2 chilies, ½ cup local cheese (datshi), onion, oil.
Steps:

Clean, halve 8 fiddleheads; chop onion & chilies.
Sauté fiddleheads and onion until tender-browned.
Add ~2 cups water, chilies, cheese; simmer ~5 minutes. Season to taste. Serve hot over rice.

Sangay Shamu Datshi (Mushroom & Cheese)

Ingredients: 200 g Matsutake mushrooms (or button), cheese, butter/oil, water, scallions.
Steps:

Clean and thinly slice mushrooms.
Simmer with butter and a dash of water for ~5 minutes until soft.
Stir in grated cheese, scallions; cook until melted and creamy. Serve.