Discover the art of cooking savory dried bamboo shoot soup with succulent bone broth, a fragrant delight praised by all

Dried bamboo shoot soup with bone broth is a familiar dish, especially for those who have savored the cuisine of the Northwest Highlands. Nowadays, this dish is a staple in every Vietnamese household. Don't think that highland cuisine is difficult to make. Trust me, you can easily cook this soup, and today, PasGo will guide you through the simple steps to make this delicious dried bamboo shoot soup with bone broth. Let's get started!

Dried bamboo shoot soup with bone broth

Preparation time: 1 hour

Cooking time: 45 minutes

Difficulty level: easy

Ingredients for making Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

- Pork bones 450 grams

- Dried bamboo shoots 200 grams

- 2 tablespoons of chopped shallots.

- 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic.

- 5 stalks of cilantro.

- Fish sauce 1/2 tablespoon.

- Cooking oil 1.5 tablespoons.

- Common spices a pinch (seasoning powder/ salt/ sugar/ MSG).

Ingredients for Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

Tips for choosing fresh and delicious ingredients for making Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

How to choose fresh and safe pork bones

To select good quality pork bones, you need to check for a pleasant aroma and the condition of the bones. Good pork bones have a fresh color, no signs of spoilage, no strange odor, and are not too cold, about 2 - 3 finger widths in size. If the bones are larger, they are likely from a sow, while smaller bones may come from a piglet that may have been slaughtered early due to illness.

Choose pieces of pork bones that have a good balance of bone, meat, and fat for a soup that is both sweet and savory, rich and enticing.

Choose pork bones that are light pink in color and have a bright, fresh appearance. When lightly pressed, the meat and fat should still feel moderately elastic rather than soft and mushy.

Avoid purchasing pork bones that appear purple or have an unusual foul odor. These are signs that the pork bones have been left for too long and are no longer fresh.

Fresh and delicious pork marrow bones

How to choose high-quality dried bamboo shoots

Delicious dried bamboo shoots are light yellow in color, with an amber hue and a glossy appearance. They retain their distinctive aroma, have thick flesh, feel dry to the touch, and can be easily snapped.

Choose bamboo shoots with uniform color, short nodes, and no fibers. Opt for more upper portions as they will become softer and tastier when cooked compared to the base.

Avoid purchasing marinated bamboo shoots that are overly shiny or dull in color, with a strange odor (musty smell). Steer clear of bamboo shoots with mold spots or those that feel soft or breakable when held.

Only buy dried bamboo shoots that are packaged in labeled nylon bags with clear origins and addresses. When buying, pay attention to whether the product has clear labels, expiration dates, or purchase from reputable stores to avoid buying unidentified products.

Delicious, high-quality dried bamboo shoots

How to prepare Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

Preparation for Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

After washing the dried bamboo shoots, soak them in warm water for about 25 minutes until they soften. Then rinse and squeeze out excess water.

Next, bring a pot of water to a boil, blanch the soaked dried bamboo shoots for about 2 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water.

Heat 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan, add the blanched dried bamboo shoots and 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning powder, stir-fry over low heat for about 4 minutes until the seasoning powder is evenly absorbed. Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving dish.

To remove the odor from the pork bones, simply wash them with a diluted saltwater solution, then rinse thoroughly and drain.

Tips for preparing odor-free pork bones:

Method 1: Add water to a pot, add 2 slices of ginger, a splash of cooking wine, then bring to a boil. Boil the bones for 5 minutes to remove scum and excess blood. This method will help clean the bones and eliminate any odor.

Method 2: After chopping the pork bones, to eliminate the odor, rub them with vinegar and a little crushed ginger for about 5 minutes, then rinse with water.

Method 3: To remove the odor from the pork bones, soak them in rice water for about 15 - 20 minutes, then rinse with water, this way the bones will no longer smell.

Preparation of ingredients for Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

How to cook Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil with 1 tablespoon of chopped shallots and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic in a pot, sauté over low heat until fragrant, then add the pork bones.

Stir-fry for another 3 minutes until the pork bones firm up, then add 700ml of water to the pot and simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes until the bones are tender.

Add the sautéed bamboo shoots along with 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of MSG, and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar to the pot.

Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes until the seasonings dissolve and the bamboo shoots become tender. Adjust the seasoning to taste, then turn off the heat.

Finally, add 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce to the pot, mix well to enhance the aroma, and serve the soup to invite friends and family to enjoy.

Tip: To keep the soup clear and appetizing, remember to regularly skim off any foam that rises to the surface during cooking. Failure to do so will result in cloudy soup, which may not look as appealing and tasty.

Steps to make Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth

Finished product

Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth after cooking, you will enjoy the enticing aroma of fish sauce and fragrant sautéed shallots and garlic.

When eating, you will taste the crispy, flavorful dried bamboo shoots sautéed and simmered until tender, harmonizing perfectly with the well-seasoned soup. The pork bones are cooked until tender, and it's recommended to prepare a bowl of spicy fish sauce for dipping to enhance the dish's allure!

Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth is now ready!

Here is how to make Dried Bamboo Shoot Soup with Bone Broth for everyone to try. Wishing you success and a delicious meal with this beloved soup!