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    Home » Recipes » Bamboo Shoots and Beef Stir Fry (Măng Xào Thịt Bò)

    Bamboo Shoots and Beef Stir Fry (Măng Xào Thịt Bò)

    Published: Aug 27, 2019 Modified: Jun 24, 2020 by Suzanne Nuyen This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    Stir fries are such an easy weeknight meal. They're so versatile, because you can use any combination of protein and vegetables that you like. This bamboo shoots and beef stir fry, or măng xào thịt bò, is a family favorite. I love the fresh, earthy flavor of bamboo shoots. If I skip the rice, I could eat an entire pan of this dish in one sitting!

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    Where to find bamboo shoots

    Bamboo shoots are a the cone shaped, tender bits of bamboo. At this stage, the bamboo plant has not turned into the hard, green stalks that is as hard as some woods. They have a mild, earthy flavor that you have to experience to appreciate.

    fresh bamboo shoots in a bowl for Măng Xào Thịt Bò

    Fresh bamboo can be hard to find even in Asian grocery stores. It can also be intimidating to cook with, because you have to remove the outer layer and pre-boil the shoots to remove the bitter taste. However, many Asian grocery stores sell fresh bamboo shoots that have already been boiled. These are often found frozen, vacuum packed or fresh in the produce section. I prefer to buy mine in the produce section when possible. The shoots are usually in bags filled with water or sitting in large tubs of water for you to pick out.

    Almost all stores, western or Asian, will carry canned bamboo shoots, which are also pre-boiled. These are often sliced into thin, uniform pieces. It's possible to cook the bamboo shoots and beef stir fry with canned bamboo as well, but the flavor will be much more mild.

    Bamboo Shoots and Beef Stir Fry (Măng Xào Thịt Bò): Step-by-step instructions

    ingredients for beef and bamboo stir fry, or Măng Xào Thịt Bò

    Start with your beef. I buy pre-sliced beef at my nearest Asian grocery store. The sliced you see above are quite long so I cut them into thirds. If you can't find pre-sliced beef, you can buy top round and slice by hand, very thin. Sirloin is a more tender, but more expensive option as well.

    Beef with fish sauce, shallot, garlic salt and pepper

    Add some fish sauce, shallot, garlic, salt and pepper to the beef. Mix well and set aside.

    bamboo shoots cut in half

    Cut your bamboo pieces into slices. I do this by cutting them in half, and then slicing lengthwise.

    If your pieces are really big, you can cut the bamboo shoots in half lengthwise and then width-wise before slicing.

    marinated beef cooking in a pan

    Add some oil to a large pan on medium-high heat. Start by browning the beef.

    bamboo shoots and beef stir fry cooking in pan

    When most of the red in the beef has disappeared, add the bamboo. You're almost done! It's that easy. It's bamboo and beef stir fry, these are the only ingredients.

    bamboo and beef stir fry in a stainless steel pan

    After about 10 minutes, when the bamboo is cooked through, turn off the heat. Add a handful of chopped cilantro and let the residual heat wilt the herbs.

    Bamboo and beef stir fry Măng Xào Thịt Bò

    Serving suggestions

    Bamboo and beef stir fry, or Măng Xào Thịt Bò, tastes great served over hot rice, but it also tastes great on it's own! without rice, it is a great low carb option. If you don't eat red meat, this dish also tastes great with shrimp.

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    Bamboo and Beef Stir Fry (Măng Xào Thịt Bò)

    Bamboo shoots are a common ingredient used in Asian stir fries. The fresh shoots lend a subtle earthy flavor to any dish.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Asian, Vietnamese
    Keyword Bamboo shoots, Beef, stir fry
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 186kcal
    Author Suzanne Nuyen

    Ingredients

    • 3 fresh bamboo shoots about 1 lb
    • ½ lb sliced beef
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 shallot, minced
    • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • ½ bunch cilantro, chopped optional
    • 1 tablespoon neurtral oil like canola

    Instructions

    • Marinate the beef with fish sauce, garlic, shallot, salt and pepper
    • Slice the bamboo shoots into long pieces by cutting in half and then slicing lengthwise
    • Brown the sliced beef in a pan with oil on medium high heat
    • When most of the red has disappeared in the meat, add the bamboo and continue to stir well and cook for about 10 minutes,
    • Turn off heat, add chopped cilantro and use the residual heat to wilt

    Notes

    If you don't like cilantro, you can leave it out or substitute parsley and scallions.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.5g | Protein: 14.7g | Fat: 12.4g | Saturated Fat: 4.9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.3g | Sodium: 757.3mg | Potassium: 758.3mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.9g
    Nutrition Facts
    Bamboo and Beef Stir Fry (Măng Xào Thịt Bò)
    Amount Per Serving (1 g)
    Calories 186 Calories from Fat 112
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 12.4g19%
    Saturated Fat 4.9g31%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
    Monounsaturated Fat 2.3g
    Sodium 757.3mg33%
    Potassium 758.3mg22%
    Carbohydrates 6.5g2%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 0.9g1%
    Protein 14.7g29%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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