Authentic Kodava Baimbule Palya with Warm Akki Roti
A traditional Coorgi delicacy made from tender bamboo shoots simmered in a spiced coconut and tamarind gravy. Served hot with freshly pressed rice rotis, it offers a distinctively earthy and tangy flavor profile from the Western Ghats.
70min
Total Time
4
Servings
Kodava
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Boil the sliced bamboo shoots in sufficient water for 20 minutes, changing the water once to remove bitterness; drain and set aside.
2
Dry roast the dry red chillies, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds until aromatic.
3
Grind the roasted spices along with grated coconut and tamarind into a smooth paste using a little water.
4
Heat coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and add mustard seeds, letting them splutter.
5
Add the curry leaves and the boiled bamboo shoots, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
6
Pour in the ground coconut paste, turmeric powder, and salt along with half a cup of water.
7
Simmer the mixture on low heat for 15 minutes until the gravy thickens and coats the bamboo shoots well.
8
Serve hot alongside freshly made warm Akki Roti.
Ingredients
2 cups tender bamboo shoots, finely sliced and soaked
1 cup freshly grated coconut
4-5 dry red chillies
1 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 lemon-sized ball of tamarind
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 sprig curry leaves
Salt to taste
Warm Akki Roti for serving
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