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Nutritional Values

🔥200kcal
💪5gProtein
🌾30gCarbs
🥑8gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Tama Aloo

How to order / say it
Say it टामा आलु — [Tah-mah Aa-loo]
Order I'll have Tama Aloo, please.
Locally म टामा आलु अर्डर गर्न चाहन्छु।
Say locally

A tangy curry of bamboo shoots and potatoes.

Why try it?

Tama Aloo showcases Pokhara's love for earthy, comforting curries, highlighting the use of bamboo shoots found in the region's lush surroundings.

How it tastes

With a hearty and tangy profile, this curry combines the unique texture of bamboo shoots with soft potatoes, seasoned generously.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Evolving in the mid-20th century, Tama Aloo emerged as a beloved home-cooked dish due to its reliance on locally available ingredients.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 200 g bamboo shoots
  • 🥕 200 g potatoes
  • 🫒 2 tbsp mustard oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 🧂 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

Method

  1. 1 Heat oil and add cumin seeds.
  2. 2 Add bamboo shoots, potatoes, and spices, stir well.
  3. 3 Pour water and cook until potatoes are tender.
  4. 4 Adjust seasoning and serve hot with rice.

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