Hand-pressed buckwheat noodles with a satisfying chew, tossed in butter with chili flakes and served alongside egg or cheese as a hearty Bumthang meal.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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Mix buckwheat flour, water, and salt into a firm dough. Knead for 10 minutes.
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Rest dough covered for 15 minutes.
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Press through a noodle press or roll thin and cut into noodle strips.
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Boil noodles in salted water for 3-4 minutes until tender but firm.
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Drain and toss immediately with butter and chili flakes.
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Serve topped with a fried egg and ezay on the side.
Did You Know?
In Bumthang, families still use traditional wooden noodle presses called "putaka" that have been passed down through generations.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- noodle press or rolling pin
- large pot
- colander
Garnishing
fried egg, chili flakes
Accompaniments
The Story Behind Puta
Puta is the quintessential Bumthang dish, reflecting the valley's buckwheat culture. The heavy wooden noodle press, or putaka, is found in every Bumthang household. These hearty noodles have fueled farmers working the high-altitude terraced fields for centuries.
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