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If you’ve ordered a stir-fry at your favorite Asian restaurant, it may have included bamboo shoots as an ingredient. This recipe for bamboo shoots is incredibly easy to make and is ideal as a side dish.
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Easy Bamboo Shoots Recipe

If you’ve ordered a stir-fry at your favorite Asian restaurant, it may have included bamboo shoots as an ingredient. This recipe for bamboo shoots is incredibly easy to make and is ideal as a side dish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 1 can bamboo shoots
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic finely minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse the bamboo shoots with water.
  • Cut them into thin, 2-inch long slices. Note that if the bamboo shoots have a bit of a metallic taste from the can, rinse them with hot water.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the chicken bouillon powder and water. Stir well and set aside.
  • In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the sesame oil and the minced garlic.
  • Sauté for about 1 minute and add the sliced bamboo shoots. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock mixture, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Serve and enjoy!