Potato and bamboo shoot curry — sour, sharp and unmistakably Nepali
Aloo Tama combines potatoes (aloo) with fermented bamboo shoots (tama) in a sour curry sharpened with tomatoes and jimbu — the Himalayan herb that gives the dish its signature aroma. The fermented bamboo shoots bring a funky, sour depth that has no real substitute, which is why jars of tama are a prized find in Nepali grocery stores across Australia. It is a staple of Nepali home cooking and a fixture on restaurant menus.
Recipes vary between households and restaurants — use the listings below to find Aloo Tama made by Nepali cooks near you.
Planning a wedding, birthday or community function? Nepali caterers across Australia prepare aloo tama and full menus for events of any size.
Browse Nepali caterers →Find Nepali spices, lentils, beaten rice and specialty ingredients at grocery stores across Australia — everything in the recipe above is stocked.
Find Nepali grocery stores →Use the restaurant listings above to compare locations, menus, opening hours and contact options before travelling. A listing indicates that the business is associated with Aloo Tama, but recipes, portion sizes, fillings, spice levels and daily availability can differ. Contact the restaurant directly if you need vegetarian, vegan, halal or allergy-related information, and confirm whether the dish is available for dine-in, takeaway or delivery on the day you plan to order.
Ask how Aloo Tama is prepared, what accompaniments are included, and whether advance ordering is recommended for groups. Prices and menus can change, so treat directory details as a discovery guide rather than a guaranteed current menu. You can also browse all Nepali restaurants in Canberra or compare other Nepali dishes.
For catering or a large takeaway order, provide the number of guests and required collection or delivery time. Confirm quantities, packaging, reheating instructions, dietary labels and the final price in writing. This is especially useful when ordering several dishes for a shared meal or community event.
Dal Bhat
Gundruk
Dhindo
Thakali Khana