How to soak dried bamboo shoots

Dried bamboo shoots are very hard and difficult to soak and soften. Generally, soaking them in water takes more time, at least 1-2 weeks. Therefore, if you want to quickly soak your hair, you can use the following method:

Method 1: Soak in warm water for a day or two. Remember to use warm water. Boil over high heat for 2 hours, then soak in water for two or three days. During the hair growth period, the water should be changed once a day to keep it hydrated, prevent sourness, and make hair thoroughly hairy. Generally, the hair growth rate of 500 grams of dried bamboo shoots can reach 2500-3000 grams, and the hair growth rate of good quality can be 3500-4500 grams. When the water is boiling, be careful not to let rice grains fall inside to prevent the bamboo shoots from turning black.

Method 2: Boil the dried bamboo shoots in boiling water for 15 minutes, then cut them into the desired shape with a knife (preferably into 3 to 5mm wide strips), then soak them in water for 24 hours It can be eaten later.

Method 3: Soak in warm water for a few hours until soft, then cook for half an hour. Then cut it into the shape you want with a knife (preferably into 3 to 5mm wide strips), soak in water, and it will be ready to eat after 12 hours.

Method 4: Soak the dried bamboo shoots in hot water. When they are cool, set them aside and continue soaking. Change the water every day. When changing the water, it is best to put the bamboo shoots on the fire together, so that they will not deteriorate easily. , after soaking for 3 days, it can basically be cut. At this time, slice the dried bamboo shoots and continue to soak for 2 days, and the taste will be very good.

Method 5: Soak in water until soft, then change the water and put it in a stew pot until it boils. Then take it out and change the water and soak it again. Depending on the weather, soak it for another day or two. Me

Method 6: Prepare baking soda and dried bamboo shoots. Cut the dried bamboo shoots into two pieces. Add 10 grams of baking soda to a large bowl, add hot water around 60-70 degrees, stir well, and add dried bamboo shoots. Put the large bowl into a large food bag, or seal the mouth of the bowl with plastic wrap, then cover with a lid and press it down. Soak for 4 hours. Wash the soaked bamboo shoots, tear them into strips and put them into a large bowl. Add water and squeeze out the yellow water with your hands and pour it out. Change the water and soak it for half an hour, and it is ready to eat at any time. It can be used for stir-frying, braised, or cold salad.

Method 7: Soak in water for 24 hours. Put the dried bamboo shoots in a basin of water and soak them for about 24 hours. If they are to be eaten for dinner the next day, they should be soaked the night before and the water should be changed 1-2 times; then boil them. Put the dried bamboo shoots that have been soaked for 24 hours into a pot of cold water, add 1 teaspoon of sugar and bring to a boil. Pay attention and take out any soft ones immediately. Use chopsticks to poke the still hard dried bamboo shoots and cook for a few minutes. When the thickest part of the dried bamboo shoots can be poked with chopsticks, take out the boiled dried bamboo shoots, soak them in cold water 3-5 times, and then wring them dry. Finally, after the dried bamboo shoots are cooked, rub them with a small amount of beer to make the dried bamboo shoots fragrant, crisp and tender, and taste like fresh bamboo shoots.

Tips

1. Remember, don’t soak it for too long, otherwise the flavor of the dried bamboo shoots will be lost. Dried bamboo shoots are dried goods that have been specially roasted. It takes a while to swell and cannot be preserved for a long time. Especially in summer, if the soaking time is too long, the dried bamboo shoots will easily deteriorate.

2. Change the water frequently when soaking after cooking so that it has moisture and will not become sour and rotten.

3. Pay attention to the heat when cooking and cook over high heat.

4. Don’t let rice fall in when soaking, otherwise it will cause blackening.

5. Among the previous methods of soaking hair for several days, if it is summer, one day is enough. In other seasons, the time can be longer. In summer, it is recommended to adopt other faster methods of soaking hair. It should not be soaked for a long time as it will deteriorate.

6. If the dried bamboo shoots grow too much at one time, you can keep soaking them in a basin of cold water and change the water every morning and evening. You can also put the dried bamboo shoots in the refrigerator and freeze them, then take them out and melt them when you eat them.