Bamboo Shoot Salad
Veg
Vegan
A refreshing salad made with bamboo shoots, offering a crunchy texture and a zesty flavor profile.
Cuisines
Meghalayan
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 200 grams | fresh bamboo shoots |
| 1 medium | onion, finely sliced |
| 2 tablespoons | mustard oil |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 2 tablespoons | coriander leaves, chopped |
| 1 | lemon, juiced |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Peel and thinly slice the fresh bamboo shoots.
- 2 Boil the bamboo shoots in water for about 15 minutes to remove any bitterness.
- 3 Drain the water and rinse the bamboo shoots in cold water.
- 4 In a bowl, combine the boiled bamboo shoots, sliced onion, mustard oil, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
- 5 Mix well to ensure the bamboo shoots are evenly coated with the spices.
- 6 Add the chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice to the mixture.
- 7 Toss everything together and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- 8 Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Tips
Ensure the bamboo shoots are thoroughly boiled to remove bitterness. Adjust the amount of chili powder based on your spice preference.