Authentic Manipuri Ooti
A comforting and traditional Manipuri vegetarian delicacy made with tender bamboo shoots, green peas, and fragrant herbs. This wholesome stew carries a delicate, earthy flavor that beautifully represents Northeast Indian cuisine.
50min
Total Time
4
Servings
Manipuri
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Drain the soaked peas and transfer them to a heavy-bottomed pot with fresh water.
2
Add the baking soda, which helps soften the peas and gives ooti its characteristic texture and color, and bring to a boil.
3
Add the sliced bamboo shoots, slit green chilies, and minced ginger to the boiling peas.
4
Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer until the peas are completely tender and the broth thickens slightly.
5
Stir in the chopped chives or spring onion greens and season with salt to taste.
6
Drizzle raw mustard oil over the dish just before turning off the heat for an authentic aroma.
7
Serve hot as a comforting side dish with steamed white rice.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow peas or green peas, soaked overnight
1/2 cup bamboo shoots, finely sliced
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 green chilies, slit
1 tablespoon ginger, freshly minced
1 bunch fresh chives or spring onion greens, chopped
Salt to taste
2 cups water
1 tablespoon mustard oil
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.