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Bamboo shoots

Commonly used in

Japanese cuisine

and

Chinese cuisine

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Bamboo shoots are the edible shoots of certain species of bamboo. They have a mild, slightly sweet flavor and can be cooked in many ways. Bamboo shoots are high in dietary fiber and contain numerous vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that offer many health benefits.

Ingredients of Bamboo shoots

Bamboo shoots contain dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, minerals such as calcium, magnesium, manganese, and potassium, antioxidants like phenolic compounds and polysaccharides. They also contain essential amino acids and small amounts of fat.

Nutritional facts of Bamboo shoots

Bamboo shoots are a low-calorie food, containing only 50 to 60 calories per 100 grams. They are also a good source of dietary fiber, providing 2.4 g per 100 g, which can be beneficial for digestion and regularity.

The shoots also contain various vitamins such as A, C and K, as well as minerals such as calcium, magnesium, manganese and potassium. In addition, bamboo shoots are high in antioxidants like phenolic compounds and polysaccharides which can help protect against disease.