Deep-fried Bamboo Shoots

2 c Bamboo shoots
Oil for deep-frying
1 tb Cornstarch
1 ts Sugar
1/2 c Water
1 -(up to) 1 tb Oil
1 tb Soy sauce

Cut bamboo shoots in strips as for french-fried potatoes.

Heat oil and deep-fry bamboo shoots until pale golden. Drain on paper toweling.

Blend cornstarch, sugar and cold water.

Heat remaining oil. Add bamboo shoots; stir-fry to heat through. Sprinkle with soy sauce and blend in.

Then stir in cornstarch paste to thicken and serve at once. VARIATION: Omit the cornstarch paste. In step 4, add 2 teaspoons chili sauce to the oil and heat before adding the bamboo shoots. At the end of step 4, stir in the sugar with the soy sauce.

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