Young fresh bamboo shoots are crisp and slightly sweet. Some bamboo shoots can be eaten raw and others require boiling in water for 20 minutes to remove any bitterness. It is commonly sold canned at the supermarket.
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Supermarkets, Asian stores
Bamboo curry, Fresh vegetable spring rolls, Roselle leaves & bamboo shoots, Easy chicken & bamboo stew
Bamboo leaves are sold dried and require pre-soaking to make them pliable before use. The broad leaves which impart a unique…
Bombay duck, despite its name, is a type of dried fish also known as bummalo. The fish are hung on racks and dried in the sun…
Eggplant has to be one of my favourite vegetable. Roasted or chargrilled then made into a spicy salad or slow-cooked…
Banana blossom, also known as banana heart, is a unique and versatile ingredient. Found at the end of a banana cluster, this large…
A fragrant and versatile wrapping which imparts a unique aroma to rice or fish. Street vendors use it to wrap or serve food…