Bamboo Shoot Salad

This salad, which has a hot and sharp flavor, originated in north-east Thailand. Use fresh young bamboo shoots when you can find them, otherwise substitute canned bamboo shots.

Ingredients

  • bamboo shoots - whole can
  • dried flakes chilies - ½ tsp
  • small mint leaves - 20-25
  • spring onions - 3 tbsp, chopped
  • shallots - 2 tbsp, chopped
  • fish sauce - 2 tbsp
  • garlic - 1 tbsp, chopped
  • glutinous rice - 25g/14 oz
  • toasted sesame seeds - 1 tbsp
  • lime juice - 2 tbsp
  • granulated sugar - 1 tsp

Method

  • Rinse and drain the bamboo shoots, then sliced and set aside.
  • Dry roast the rice until golden brown. Remove and grind to fine crumbs.
  • tip the rice into a bowl, and then add the spring onions, chilies, shallots, mint leaves (half), lime juice, granulated sugar, and fish sauce.
  • Mix thoroughly, then pour over the bamboo shoots and toss well. Serve sprinkle with sesame seeds and the remaining mint leaves. Serves4.

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