Alternatively, boil the frozen bamboo shoots for just a few minutes until they float in the water. You can also let the frozen veggies thaw in salted, tepid water, but that takes more time than ...

Moreover, bamboo shoots have a diuretic effect, aiding in removing excess water from the body and reducing swelling. Bamboo shoots provide many valuable nutrients, such as: Bamboo shoots are ...

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 ...

For now, leave skin intact. Make a shallow incision lengthwise. Put bamboo shoot into a pot of enough water so it is covered, add rice bran (PHOTO A) and place on medium heat. Cover with a drop ...

KITA-KYUSHU, Fukuoka Prefecture--Spring in Japan is not limited to enjoying sakura--it’s the perfect time to enjoy the taste of the season, “takenoko,” or bamboo shoots. Takenoko are being ...