Hong You Zhe Sun (bamboo Shoots In Red Oil)

Hong You Zhe Sun, or Bamboo Shoots in Red Oil, is a popular dish in Guizhou Cuisine known for its spicy and flavorful taste. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy the bold and aromatic flavors of Sichuan peppercorns and chili oil.

Hong You Zhe Sun (bamboo Shoots In Red Oil)

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz) bamboo shoots, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1/4 cup chili oil
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. In a small pan, dry roast the Sichuan peppercorns over low heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Let them cool, then grind them into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground Sichuan peppercorns, chili oil, light soy sauce, sugar, and minced garlic.
  3. Add the bamboo shoots to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the spicy oil mixture.
  4. Transfer the bamboo shoots to a serving dish and garnish with sliced green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
5g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Small pan Large bowl Serving dish

Tools

Mortar and pestle or spice grinder

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hong You Zhe Sun as an appetizer or as a side dish to complement a spicy Sichuan meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, you can add more chili oil or sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes on top before serving.

Cost

$8