Spring Simmered Bamboo Shoots with Bonito Flakes

1. 1

   Refer tofor boiling the bamboo shoots, and remove the bitterness.

2. 2

   Cut the bamboo shoots in half, and slice into 7 mm thick quarter-rounds.

3. 3

   Cut the bamboo shoot tops in half or quarters.

4. 4

   Add the bamboo shoots and bonito flakes in heated oil, stir-fry, and coat everything with oil.

5. 5

   Be sure not to burn them.

6. 6

   Pour in the dashi stock to Step 3, add the sugar, and simmer for about 5 minutes over medium heat.

7. 7

   Add rest of the seasoning ingredients, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring and flipping them over with cooking chopsticks from time to time.

8. 8

   (The bamboo shoots won't break apart much while simmering.)

9. 9

   Once the sauce has reduced to less than 1/3 the original amount, turn off the heat, and leave for a while to let the bamboo shoots absorb the flavors.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.