Bamboo shoots are a very popular food. But bamboo shoots contain an amino acid called glutamic acid, which will make bamboo shoots astringent. Moreover, this astringency will affect appetite and make people want to eat bamboo shoots. So it is very important to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots. Next, I will introduce several good methods to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots.

Method 1: Boil water to remove astringency.

Scalding water is a traditional method to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots. The specific operation steps are as follows:

Step 1: Peel the bamboo shoots, cut them into appropriate sizes and wash them.

Step 2: Boil a pot of water, blanch the bamboo shoots in the water for 2-3 minutes, and then take out the shower for later use.

Step 3: boil another pot of water, put the blanched bamboo shoots into the water, cook for about 10 minute, take them out and soak them in cold water for 10 minute.

Step 4: Take out the bamboo shoots, rinse them with clear water, and drain the water again for later use.

Method 2: add vinegar to remove astringency.

Adding vinegar is a very convenient method to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots. The specific operation steps are as follows:

Step 1: Peel the bamboo shoots, cut them into appropriate sizes and wash them.

Step 2: Put the bamboo shoots into the pot and add water to boil for about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3: Take out the bamboo shoots, put them in a bowl, add white vinegar, stir them evenly, and let them stand for about 10 minute.

Step 4: Take out the bamboo shoots and rinse them with clean water.

Method 3: Add baking soda to remove astringency.

Baking soda is also a good way to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots. The specific operation steps are as follows:

Step 1: Peel the bamboo shoots, cut them into appropriate sizes and wash them.

Step 2: Add baking soda into boiling water, stir well and soak in washed bamboo shoots for about 10 minute.

Step 3: Take out the bamboo shoots and rinse them with clean water.

Method 4: Add rice vinegar to remove astringency.

Rice vinegar is also a good way to remove the astringency of bamboo shoots. The specific operation steps are as follows:

Step 1: Peel the bamboo shoots, cut them into appropriate sizes and wash them.

Step 2: Put the bamboo shoots into the pot and add water to boil for about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3: Take out the bamboo shoots, put them in a bowl, add rice vinegar, stir them evenly, and let them stand for about 10 minute.

Step 4: Take out the bamboo shoots and rinse them with clean water.

Summary:

No matter which method is used, the astringency of bamboo shoots is removed to make them more delicious. The above four methods are all practical. You can choose one of them according to your taste and habit. Either way, you need to remember to peel the bamboo shoots before operation and keep them clean and hygienic, so as to ensure the delicious and nutritious bamboo shoots.