Bamboo Shoot Pickle
Veg
Vegan
A tangy and spicy pickle made from tender bamboo shoots, preserved with spices and oil, adding a unique flavor to Coorgi meals.
Cuisines
Coorgi
Jharkhand
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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250 grams | Bamboo Shoot , fresh |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Fenugreek Seed |
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2 teaspoons | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1 tablespoon | Vinegar |
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2 cloves | Garlic , finely chopped |
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1 inch | Ginger , finely chopped |
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2 green chilies | Slit |
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1 cup | Water |
Instructions
- 1 Peel and slice the bamboo shoots into thin strips.
- 2 Boil the bamboo shoots in water for 10 minutes to remove any bitterness, then drain and set aside.
- 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches smoking point, then reduce the heat.
- 4 Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds, allowing them to splutter.
- 5 Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing until they turn golden brown.
- 6 Stir in the red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
- 7 Add the boiled bamboo shoots and green chilies, mixing well to coat with the spices.
- 8 Pour in the vinegar and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 9 Remove from heat and let the pickle cool before storing in a sterilized jar.
Tips
Ensure the bamboo shoots are boiled properly to remove bitterness before pickling.