Bamboo Shoot Curry

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Ingredients

	200 grams	Bamboo Shoot , fresh
	1 cup	Pork Or Chicken , cooked (optional)
	1 medium	Onion , finely chopped
	2 cloves	Garlic , minced
	1 inch	Ginger , minced
	2 tablespoons	Mustard oil
	2 cups	Water
	2 teaspoons	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1	Green Chili , slit
	—	Salt , to taste
	—	Cilantro , fresh, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and thinly slice the bamboo shoots, then boil them in water for 10 minutes to remove any bitterness. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it starts to smoke slightly, then reduce the heat.
3. 3 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
4. 4 Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
5. 5 Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
6. 6 Add the boiled bamboo shoots and cooked meat (if using) to the pan. Mix well with the spices.
7. 7 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil.
8. 8 Reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the bamboo shoots are tender and the flavors have melded together.
9. 9 Add the slit green chili and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.