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Tama can be enjoyed hot, with rice or roti. (News18 Bangla)
The dish, called Tama, is prepared by boiling pieces of bamboo shoots with turmeric and salt for 20 to 30 minutes. Sautéed onion, tomato, ginger, garlic and cumin seeds are then added.
Mountain enthusiasts often flock to North Bengal, especially Darjeeling, to enjoy its scenic beauty. Among the most popular dishes tasted here is the Nepalese dish called ‘Tama’, a must-try dish in the mountains.
This traditional Nepalese tribal dish is made from bamboo shoots. Once the bamboo plant is harvested, locals pluck the edible shoots from its base and bring them home. The shoots are then thoroughly cleaned, the bark is removed, and cooked to create this unique and tasty dish.
Speaking to News18, a local resident explained the preparation of ‘Tama’. The cooking process begins by peeling the bamboo shoot and removing its outer layers. The shoot is then cut into smaller pieces and boiled with turmeric and salt for 20 to 30 minutes to soften its texture and remove the bitter taste.
Next, take a wok and sauté chopped onion, tomato, ginger, garlic and cumin seeds in oil. Add the boiled bamboo shoots to this mixture and the dish is ready to serve. Tama can be enjoyed hot, with rice or roti.
Different types of pickles and other dishes made from bamboo shoots have also become favorites among tourists.
If you are planning a trip to Darjeeling, don't miss this tempting and tasty Nepalese dish.
