How to Cook Irresistibly Delicious Bamboo Shoot Noodle Soup with Pork Hocks Simply Anyone Can Make

How to prepare Pork Leg Noodle with Bamboo Shoots

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  Prepare the pork leg

  After purchasing the pork leg, you cut it into bite-sized pieces and wash it thoroughly with water.

  Then, you boil the pork leg briefly with a little salt. Next, you take the pork leg out and wash it again.

  Tips for cleaning pork leg thoroughly, without any odor

  • Method 1: Use a torch, scorch with medium flame until all fine hairs are burnt off, then wash with clean water.
  • Method 2: Use vinegar (lemon, white wine) to rub on the pork meat and then rinse with water.
  • Method 3: Blanch the pork leg in boiling water for about 2 – 3 minutes, then rinse with cold water.

  

  

  

  
• 2

  Prepare the remaining ingredients

  You soak the dried bamboo shoots in water for about 30 minutes to soften them. Then you tear the bamboo shoots into bite-sized pieces, discard the tough parts, and wash them clean.

  Blanch the bamboo shoots in boiling water for about 3 – 5 minutes to remove toxins, then take them out and rinse with water once more before proceeding to cook.

  Peel the onion and cut it into a cross shape, then peel and slice the shallots. Clean the green onions and cilantro by removing the damaged leaves, discarding the roots, and cutting the tops. Chop the green onions and cilantro finely.

  Put about 1 liter of water into a pot, bring to a boil, and add the dried noodles to boil for 5 minutes, then remove, rinse with water, and drain.

  How to quickly soak dried bamboo shoots to expand and reduce toxins:

  • To remove toxins from bamboo shoots, you should wash them thoroughly and soak them well in warm water for 30 – 45 minutes.
  • You can also use rice washing water to soak the bamboo shoots, then rinse them clean with water.
  • Note that after soaking the bamboo shoots, you must blanch them in boiling water for at least 3 minutes and then rinse again with water before cooking.

  

  

  

  
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  Cooking the broth

  Put the pre-processed pork knuckle into 3 liters of water along with onion, add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of rock sugar, cover and bring to a boil.

  When the water boils, skim off all the foam to make the broth clearer and more flavorful. Next, you should add 1 tablespoon of seasoning and simmer on low heat for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

  Note:

  • Cook on low heat to allow the pork knuckle to release all its sweetness into the broth.
  • Regularly skim off the foam to keep the broth clear and avoid any unpleasant odors.

  

  

  

  
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  Sautéing bamboo shoots

  Put about 2 tablespoons of cooking oil into a pan, heat the oil and add sliced shallots to fry until fragrant. Then add the pre-processed bamboo shoots and sauté over medium heat.

  To enhance the flavor of the bamboo shoots, add 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning, sauté until the bamboo shoots are firm and absorb the spices, then turn off the heat.

  

  

  

  
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  Cooking the Broth

  You take the onions out of the broth pot, then add the stir-fried bamboo shoots, and simmer over medium heat.

  Season with 1/2 tablespoon of rock sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook for another 10 minutes. Note that before turning off the stove, you should taste and adjust the seasoning to suit your family’s preferences, then add all the chopped green onion and turn off the stove.

  

  

  

  
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  The Finished Dish

  Prepare a bowl, add the noodles, pour in the broth, add some chopped herbs and a little fried onion on top, and you can enjoy it.

  A bowl of delicious, hot Bamboo Shoot with Pork Leg Noodle is ready for you to serve your family. The broth is sweet and clear, the pork leg is tender and flavorful, the tendons are chewy, and the bamboo shoots are crispy, making it a must-try dish.