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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.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
6
- 1/2 cup bamboo shoots ((unseasoned menma))
- 2 cup water
- 1/2 cup seasoning liquid from Chicken Chashu (or teriyaki sauce)
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1 handful bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the menma, water, chashu seasoning liquid and mirin in a medium saucepan.
- 2
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, add the bonito flakes, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- 3
Remove from the heat and let cool. Transfer the menma and its seasoning liquid into an airtight container and refrigerate overnight before using.
- 4
Store in the container with the liquid in the refrigerator for up to a week.