🇧🇹 Bhutanese Cuisine

Juma

Bhutanese Beef Sausage

Prep Time 1 hour

Servings 6

Difficulty Medium

Calories 249 kcal

Savory beef sausages seasoned with garlic, ginger, Sichuan pepper, and dried chilies, a beloved Bhutanese street food and festival treat.

Ingredients

1 Mix ground beef with garlic, ginger, Sichuan pepper, crushed chilies, onion, green onions, soy sauce, and salt.
2 Knead the mixture until well combined and slightly sticky.
3 Stuff into natural casings or shape into sausage rolls and wrap in foil.
4 If using casings, twist into 10cm links.
5 Grill over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently, until cooked through.
6 Serve hot with ezay and red rice.

Did You Know?

During tshechu (religious festivals), vendors sell juma from roadside grills, and the smoky aroma draws crowds from across the valley.