Bamboo shoot
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The bamboo shoot is the young offshoot of the bamboo plant. Bamboo is a solid type of grass used in Asian countries for many purposes.
Bamboo Shoot
The bamboo shoot is the young offshoot of the bamboo plant. Bamboo is a solid type of grass used in Asian countries for many purposes.
Adult bamboo is so strong that it can be used in the construction of houses and boats. Bamboo has a different characteristics in contrast to the grass and reeds that we have here. It can save energy in the roots. The bamboo then waits until the conditions are ideal to grow explosively above the ground. The shoots are used in Asian cuisine.
The bamboo shoots are the crisp, mild-flavored shoots of the plant. They are available pre-cooked, whole, or sliced in vacuum packs. These pre-cooked shoots are crunchy and have a savory sweetness. They are much easier to use than fresh shoots. The fresh shoots must be boiled for at least an hour before use. Canned shoots are not as tasty, and when used should be drained, rinsed, and boiled in hot water for 10 minutes beforehand. Store unused shoots in the refrigerator, immersed in water. If you change the water daily, bamboo shoots can be kept for up to 10 days.