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Hot sour bamboo shoots

Hot Sour Bamboo Shoots

Hot sour bamboo shoots are a spring seasonal delicacy not to be missed, deeply loved for their unique sour and spicy taste and crisp texture. Fresh spring bamboo shoots, after proper preparation, retain their natural sweetness while combined with sour and spicy seasonings that stimulate appetite. This dish has an appealing color - tender yellow bamboo shoots with bright red seasonings that whets the appetite at first sight. Simple to make with common ingredients, yet achieves restaurant-level deliciousness.

1Ingredients needed

Main ingredients

  • Bamboo shoots1000g
  • Thai chilies8-10
  • Green garlic3 stalks
  • Ginger30g
  • Garlic6 cloves

Seasonings

  • White vinegar80ml
  • Light soy sauce50ml
  • Dark soy sauce10ml
  • Sugar30g
  • Salt10g
  • Sesame oil20ml
  • Sichuan peppercorn oil15ml

2Production steps

1

Prepare bamboo shoots

Peel fresh tender bamboo shoots, cut off the tough root, keeping only the tender shoot parts. Cut into 5cm sections, then slice into finger-thick strips. Boil bamboo shoots in water for 3-5 minutes to remove bitterness. Remove and rinse with cold water, drain well and set aside.

2

Prepare ingredients

Slice Thai chilies into rings, julienne ginger, slice garlic. Keep prepared ingredients separate; adjust the amount of Thai chilies according to personal spice preference.

3

Layer in jar

Prepare a clean jar and layer the garlic, Thai chilies, and bamboo shoots in three separate layers - bottom, middle, and top.

4

Pickle and ferment

In a clean bowl, add 3 spoons of salt and 3 spoons of sugar. Pour freshly boiled water and stir until salt and sugar dissolve completely. After the water cools, add white vinegar and mix well. Pour into the jar until bamboo shoots are submerged, cover with lid and refrigerate for about 2-3 days until ready to serve.

💡Making Tips

  • •Bamboo shoots must be boiled first to remove bitterness; this ensures better texture and taste.
  • •Prepared hot sour bamboo shoots can be sealed and refrigerated for 3-5 days, but it's recommended to consume them as soon as possible for the best texture and flavor.
  • •You can add some shredded carrots, wood ear mushrooms, or other vegetables to increase nutrition and add texture layers.