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Nepali Aloo Tama

Nepali Aloo Tama

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Aloo Tama is a unique curry made with potatoes (aloo), bamboo shoots (tama), and black-eyed peas. This tangy and spicy dish is a popular comfort food in Nepali cuisine.
Classic

Ingredients

  • Salt to taste
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 1 inch Ginger minced
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 Tomato chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • Coriander chopped (for garnish), fresh

Method

15m45m
  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  2. Add finely chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are golden brown.
  3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and the oil starts to separate.
  4. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and chilli powder. Stir well.
  5. Add the diced potatoes and bamboo shoots. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the black-eyed peas and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes and peas are tender.
  7. Add tamarind paste and salt to taste. Stir well and let it cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rice or roti.

Notes

Aloo Tama has a distinctive tangy flavour from the tamarind paste and bamboo shoots. Adjust the spice levels to suit your taste. This dish is best enjoyed with steamed rice or fresh roti.