Basic Bamboo Shoots

Because bamboo shoots vary dramatically in size (from a few ounces to over a pound apiece), I cannot give hard and fast timing or predictable yield. I can just tell you that for this basic recipe I used one large bamboo shoot. Once you have cooked the slices, you can cut them to suit the desired textural effect: hair-thin strips, brunoise, triangles, julienne, dice—whatever will enhance the dish to come.

If you have slim bamboo shoots, they can be husked almost as easily as corn. Tr