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Reshmi Pongal Bamboo Shoot
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Reshmi Pongal Bamboo Shoot

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mathura cooking — Reshmi Pongal Bamboo Shoot brings a reshmi touch with a classic pongal finish. About 49 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Bamboo Shoots250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: A Monsoon Day with Bamboo Shoots | Traditional Village Cooking in Karnataka · on YouTube