1. Fresh Bamboo Shoot Soup with Pig’s Tail
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Preparation
50 minutes
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Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients for Fresh Bamboo Shoot Soup with Pig’s Tail Serves 3 – 4 people
Pig’s tail 500 gr Fresh bamboo shoots 300 gr Green onions 3 stalks Seasoning A little (Sugar/salt/seasoning powder/MSG/pepper)
How to choose good ingredients
How to choose fresh bamboo shoots
- Choose bamboo shoots that are still fresh, with a rough shape, evenly sized joints, straight, crispy but tender, with no yellow leaves, no spots on the surface, thin skin, and not wilted.
- Visually, the bamboo shoots should have thin, crispy skin, be juicy; fresh bamboo shoots have a distinctive aroma, avoid choosing shoots that are too white, the color should be yellowish-brown, touch should not be sticky, and have visible stripes.
How to choose fresh pig’s tail
- Choose pig’s tail with bright pink meat color, firm skin, and elasticity when pressed with the hand.
- Avoid pig’s tails that are slimy, lack elasticity, have dark bruises on the skin and meat, a foul smell, greenish meat color, or white spots in the meat indicating the pig is infected with parasites or disease.
How to prepare Fresh Bamboo Shoot Soup with Pork Tail
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Prepare fresh bamboo shoots
After purchasing the bamboo shoots, remove the hard outer layer and the skin. Take the soft core, then wash it thoroughly. Shave or cut into bite-sized pieces, then soak the bamboo shoots in diluted saltwater. Soak for about 4 hours, then place the bamboo shoots in a pot and boil until cooked, then remove and let drain.
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Prepare the pork tail
Wash the pork tail thoroughly with water, then put a pot of water on the stove, wait for the water to boil, then blanch the pork tail for about 5 – 10 minutes.
After blanching, soak the pork tail in cold water to cool for about 5 minutes, then use a cloth or paper to dry it and cut it into bite-sized pieces around 2 – 3cm thick.
How to prepare pork tail without a strong smell
- You can use white wine, ginger, salt, lemon or vinegar, then rub it on the pork tail and let it sit for about 5 – 10 minutes, then wash it clean with water.
- Additionally, while marinating the pork tail, you can roast a shallot, peel it, mash it, and marinate it with the meat to help effectively eliminate the smell.
- Blanching the pork tail in boiling water with ginger, smashed shallots, and salt will also clean the pork and effectively remove the smell.
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Braised pig tail
Put a pot with 500ml of water on the stove, add the pig tail along with 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir well and then simmer the pig tail for about 20 minutes until it is cooked and releases sweet broth.
Regularly skim off the foam to keep the broth clear and beautiful.
Note
- The longer you simmer the pig tail, the tastier and more appealing the broth will be. If you have time, you should simmer the pig tail for 30 – 40 minutes to release sweet broth.
- You can also use a rice cooker or a pressure cooker to simmer to save time.
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Cook bamboo shoot soup
Next, add the fresh bamboo shoots to braise together with the pig tail. If the water reduces, add more water. Adjust the heat to medium and simmer for another 15 minutes, then season to taste for your family before turning off the stove.
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Finished product
You scoop the soup into a bowl, add green onions and a little pepper, and enjoy.
Fresh bamboo shoot soup with tender and delicious pork tail, the fresh bamboo shoots have a distinctive delicious taste, dipping in a bowl of spicy fish sauce will make it incredibly appealing!
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2. Dried bamboo shoot soup with bones
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Preparation
50 minutes
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Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients for Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bones Serves 3 – 4 people
Pork bones 500 gr Dried bamboo shoots 150 gr Green onions 2 stalks Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Seasoning a little (Seasoning powder/salt/MSG/pepper)
How to choose delicious ingredients
How to choose delicious dried bamboo shoots
- Delicious dried bamboo shoots have a light yellow color, an amber hue, and a shiny surface. They retain the characteristic aroma, have a wide and thick texture, feel dry to the touch, and can be broken easily.
- Choose bamboo shoots that have an even color, short segments, and no fibers. Select more tips because they will be softer and tastier when cooked compared to the base.
- Avoid choosing: Bamboo shoots that are overly shiny or too dull, have a strange odor (musty smell). Avoid buying bamboo shoots with mold spots, or those that feel soft or can be easily broken.
How to choose fresh and delicious pork bones
- Choose bones that are bright red-pink, not pale, and have no strange odors, sized about 2 – 3 finger joints is ideal.
- The temperature of the bones when purchased also affects their freshness; do not choose bones that are cold as they may have been frozen and are no longer fresh.
- Avoid small marrow bones as they are from smaller pigs, which may be sick and slaughtered early for sale; these small marrow bones should not be bought to ensure safety.
How to make dried bamboo shoot soup with bones
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Prepare the dried bamboo shoots
You soak the dried bamboo shoots in water or rice washing water for about 10 minutes to soften the bamboo shoots.
After soaking, you bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, then put the bamboo shoots in to boil for about 30 minutes. When the bamboo shoots are soft, take them out and rinse with cold water, squeeze dry, and tear into small pieces for eating.
Tip:
- Boiling bamboo shoots with a rice cooker will help shorten the time.
- Boiling bamboo shoots not only helps them soften but also removes toxins in the bamboo shoots.
See more: How to soak dried bamboo shoots quickly, just right to cook delicious traditional bamboo shoot soup.
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Prepare the bones
After buying, cut the pork bones into short pieces about 4cm and wash them clean.
You bring a pot of water to the stove, when the water boils, you put the pork bones in for blanching for 7 – 10 minutes, then take them out and soak in cold water for 1 minute and let them drain.
Tip:
- Before boiling, you should wash the bones with diluted salt water to clean off all the dirt to prevent it from sticking when boiling and being difficult to clean.
- Blanching the bones will help the soup not become murky and avoid the smell of the bones.
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Simmer the bones
Place a pot with 1 liter of water on the stove, add the pork bones along with 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir well and then simmer the bones for about 20 minutes so that the pork bones are cooked and release sweet water.
Frequently skim off the foam to keep the soup clear and beautiful.
Note
- The longer you simmer the pork bones, the tastier and more appealing the soup will be. If you have time, you should simmer the bones for 30 – 40 minutes to get the sweet water from the pork bones.
- You can also use a rice cooker or pressure cooker to save time.
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Sauté the bamboo shoots
Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, then add the bamboo shoots and sauté for about 10 minutes, seasoning with 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate and 3 teaspoons of seasoning powder.
Tip: Sautéing the bamboo shoots will help them absorb the seasoning, making the dish more delicious.
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Cook the soup
Next, add the stir-fried bamboo shoots to simmer with the pork bones. If the water reduces, you can add more water. Adjust the heat to medium and let it simmer for another 30 minutes, then taste and adjust the seasoning to suit your family’s palate. Add chopped green onions and sprinkle some pepper (if desired) before turning off the heat.
Tip: Cooking soup in a rice cooker will help you shorten the cooking time and make the ingredients softer.
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Final product
The bamboo shoot soup with pork bones is simple, with well-seasoned broth and chewy fragrant bamboo shoots that will give your family a delicious meal!
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This weekend, try out the 2 dishes braised fresh bamboo shoot soup with pig tail and dried bamboo shoot soup with bones that you just learned to treat your family! Wish you success!
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