bamboo shoot Curry recipe - Laos Food & Cooking recipe

bamboo shoots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Zucchini provides a similar texture and is often more accessible.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry powder

Homemade blends can be tailored for flavor while saving money.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add diced tomato and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes

Mix in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander; cook for 1 minute to toast spices

Add bamboo shoots and stir to combine with the spice mixture

Pour in water, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10-15 minutes until flavors meld

Season with salt and stir in lemon juice

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

Cooking Techniques

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