Soy Beans With Bamboo Shoots

Submitted by alvinakatz

"Most American's aren't familiar with fresh soy beans (edamame) in Chinese cooking. Here's your chance to try a dish. Don't use sliced bamboo shoots, as you have to shred them. You can serve this hot or cold."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 3-4

ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh shelled soybeans or 12 ounces fresh shelled edamame
• 15 ounces bamboo shoots, canned or 15 ounces fresh bamboo shoots
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 star anise
• 2 scallions
• 3 slices ginger
• 1 cup water

directions

1. Shred bamboo shoots.
2. Remove membrane from soy beans by rubbing and rinse.
3. Bring all ingredients except soy beans and bamboo shoots to a boil.
4. Add soy beans and bamboo shoots.
5. When it boils again, turn heat low and simmer for 1/2 hour, adding water to keep from burning.
6. Remove from heat.
7. Sprinkle with sesame oil.