Aloo Tama (Potato with bamboo shoots curry)
Aloo Tama (Potato with bamboo shoots curry)
Aloo Tama (Alu Tama) simply means “Potato Bamboo Shoots”. It is a
unique and classic Nepali curry flavor dish which is usually serve with rice.
It can be prepare in so many way this is just one of them but invariably will
always have potatoes and bamboo.Hope you enjoy this dish that bridges
the cultures of India and China
Prep 30 min hour Serves 6
Ingredients
1 cup bamboo shoots
2 cups potatoes, peeled, and cut into ½ inch cubes
1 cup black-eyed peas (soaked overnight)
½ cup onions, finely chopped
2 red chilies
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup vegetable broth
½ cup organic plain yogurt
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons mustard oil
Sea Salt to taste
2 tablespoon chopped cilantro for garnish
1 teaspoon cumin powder
½ teaspoon turmeric
Preparation
1.Heat oil, sauté red chilies until dark.
2.Sauté onions and garlic until light brown. Add spices and salt and
cook few minutes on low heat.
3.Add potatoes to the onion. Sauté for at least 5 minutes in medium
heat.
4.Add soaked beans, bamboo shoots, tomatoes and heat for few
minutes.
5.Add yogurt, and broth to the potatoes mixture; stir well
6. Bring to a boil, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes under low heat
until potatoes and beans are tender, and the gravy has attained its
desired consistency.
6.Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve Aloo Tama (Potato with bamboo shoots curry)
hot with rice