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Christmas-Eve Sketch Bamboo Shoot Nihari
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Christmas-Eve Sketch Bamboo Shoot Nihari

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nizamabad cooking — Christmas-Eve Sketch Bamboo Shoot Nihari brings a christmas-eve touch with a classic nihari finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Bamboo Shoots250 g, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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