Fresh bamboo shoots are available year-round, but the most prized are the smaller winter shoots. Shoots canned in water are an excellent substitute for fresh shoots and have the advantage of being ...

Bamboo shoots have a mild, slightly sweet flavor with subtle earthy undertones. Their taste can be described as delicate and ...

Many people say raw bamboo shoots contain toxins harmful to health, so the food must be boiled and drained several times, or be pickled before eating. Is that true? (Thu, 29, Hanoi) Answer: Bamboo ...

Cut the shoot lengthways into slices about 3mm (⅛in) thick, then cut these into batons about 4cm (1½in) long. Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to the boil, add the bamboo pieces and ...