Aloo tama
A Nepali stew of potatoes, bamboo shoots and black-eyed beans, seasoned with spices in a gently tangy broth.
This version of aloo tama combines potatoes and black-eyed beans with bamboo shoots, whose characteristic tang gives the broth its flavour. Soak the beans overnight; serving size and times are approximate.
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Method
- 01
Soak the beans
The night before, cover the black-eyed beans with water and leave them to soak overnight. Drain before you start cooking.
Ready to continue when: The beans are drained and ready for the pot.
- 02
Cook the aromatics
Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, fresh ginger and garlic; stir and cook until the onion is golden.
Ready to continue when: The onion is golden and the aromatics smell fragrant.
- 03
Cook the potatoes and beans
Add the potatoes and drained black-eyed beans and stir. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, chilli flakes and salt; cook, stirring, until the spices smell fragrant. Pour in the boiling water and simmer until the potatoes and beans are tender.
Ready to continue when: The potatoes and beans are tender when pierced; no beans remain firm.
10 min - 04
Add the bamboo and serve
Stir in the bamboo shoots and cook until heated through; if they are fresh, cook until tender. Serve the stew topped with chopped fresh coriander.
Ready to continue when: The shoots are hot—or tender if fresh—and the stew is served with coriander.
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Dish identity
Documented
Aloo tama is a Nepali dish of potatoes and bamboo shoots; one version includes black-eyed beans.
Sources and scope
- Potato with bamboo shoots and black-eyed beans (aaloo tama) recipe | SBS Food www.sbs.com.au/food/recipe/potato-with-bamboo-shoots-and-black-eyed-beans-aaloo-tama/qt340c0…
- Nepali Aloo Tama (Potato & Bamboo Shoot Curry) | DelishGlobe delishglobe.com/recipe/nepali-aloo-tama/
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- Potato with bamboo shoots and black-eyed beans (aaloo tama) recipe | SBS Food www.sbs.com.au/food/recipe/potato-with-bamboo-shoots-and-black-eyed-beans-aaloo-tama/qt340c0…
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