𝐋𝐨𝐦 𝐉𝐚𝐣𝐮 ལོམ་བྱ་རྒྱུ : 𝐀 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐚 / 𝐆𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐮𝐥

Lom Jaju is a unique and delicious soup hailing from the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. While Jaju variations exist in other regions, Gasa’s Lom Jaju stands apart in its preparation and ingredients.

Imagine this: naturally grown turnips, harvested and dried under the clear, crisp winter air that descends from the majestic and eternally snow-capped Mount Gangbum. These turnips retain their full flavor, evident in the vibrant green color of the resulting broth. Then, imagine fresh cottage cheese, sourced from happy cows grazing freely in the quiet, quaint villages with ample space to roam. This combination forms the heart of Lom Jaju, a dish that truly embodies the essence of Gasa.

On your next Gasan escapade, be sure to embrace the local flavors with a steaming bowl of Lom Jaju. You won’t regret it. I am going to enjoy this one my cousin prepared – from preparing the garden bed, to planting the turnips to drying and finally cooking it, to beat the chill this evening in Gasa.