Menma (Seasoned Bamboo Shoots) for Ramen
Menma (Seasoned Bamboo Shoots) is a classic Japanese ramen topping but can also be enjoyed as a snack. Slightly crunchy and extremely flavorful.
Ingredients
- ½ cup bamboo shoots (unseasoned menma)
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup seasoning liquid from Chicken Chashu or teriyaki sauce
- ¼ cup mirin
- 1 handful bonito flakes katsuobushi
Instructions
- Combine the menma, water, chashu seasoning liquid and mirin in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, add the bonito flakes, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and let cool. Transfer the menma and its seasoning liquid into an airtight container and refrigerate overnight before using.
- Store in the container with the liquid in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcalCarbohydrates: 4gSodium: 126mgSugar: 2g
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