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Vellore Firewood Bamboo Shoot Poriyal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Vellore Firewood Bamboo Shoot Poriyal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Vellore cooking — Vellore Firewood Bamboo Shoot Poriyal brings a firewood touch with a classic poriyal finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Bamboo Shoots250 g, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Bamboo Village Life Routine ⛈️ | Hunting Bamboo Shoots and Cooking Delicious Dishes🎋😋 | · on YouTube