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Aloo tama

Nepali sour curry of potatoes, black-eyed peas and fermented bamboo shoots.

Time
45min
Steps
5
Aloo tama, photographed from above

Ingredients

4 servings

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None of the major allergens appear in the ingredient names.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Fry fenugreek and chilies in mustard oil until dark.

    2. 2

      Add onion, ginger-garlic and spices, then tomatoes.

    3. 3

      Add bamboo shoots and potatoes and fry 5 minutes.

    4. 4

      Add beans and water and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 minutes.

    5. 5

      Season and finish with cilantro.

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