Side Dish

Bamboo Shoots with Chili Oil

Name: Bamboo Shoots with Chili Oil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 450 g canned bamboo shoot drained and thinly sliced; 2 tbsp light soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp chili oil; 1 clove garlic minced; 1 pcs green onion thinly sliced

This simple and flavorful side dish features tender bamboo shoots tossed in a spicy, savory chili oil dressing. It's a quick and easy way to add an authentic Chinese touch to any meal. The crisp texture of the bamboo shoots pairs wonderfully with the aromatic spices.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 15 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 49 kcal

VeganVegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten, sesame, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

450 gcanned bamboo shoot, drained and thinly sliced

dressing

2 tbsplight soy sauce
1 tbsprice vinegar
1 tspsesame oil
1 tbspchili oil
1 clovegarlic, minced

garnish

1 pcsgreen onion, thinly sliced

Equipment

pot · mixing bowl · colander

The method

Step by step

1
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
About 2 min
2
Add the sliced bamboo shoots to the boiling water and blanch for 2-3 minutes to remove any canning flavors.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Blanching ensures the bamboo shoots taste fresh and clean.
3
Drain the bamboo shoots thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down.
About 1 min
4
In a medium bowl, combine the light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili oil, and minced garlic.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Adjust the amount of chili oil to your preferred spice level.
5
Add the cooled bamboo shoots to the dressing and toss well to coat evenly.
About 1 min
6
Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onion.
Cook’s note: For best flavor, let it sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Per serving

Nutrition

68%Score

Calories: 48.8kcal
Protein: 3.7g
Carbs: 6.6g
Fat: 1.6g
Fibre: 2.7g
Sugar: 3.5g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover bamboo shoots in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

This dish is best served chilled or at room temperature; reheating is not recommended.