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Kua Nhor Mai (Fried Bamboo Shoot)

Zone Northern

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Kua Nhor Mai (Fried Bamboo Shoot)

Background

The Northern Thai word for “Kua” means fry. This dish is very famous almost in every household.

 

Nutrition Facts

Bamboo shoot is high in fiber, it controls the colon thus when bamboo shoot is consumed, the nutrients will be absorbed easily into the blood vessels. Moreover, it is rich with the protein from the pork and the condiments.

 

Ingredients

  • 300 grams bamboo shoot
  • 50 gram streaky pork
  • 15 grams red chili
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Chili paste ingredients

  • 7 bird’s eye chilies
  • 15 grams clove of garlic
  • 20 grams shallot
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste
  • 1 tablespoon fermented fish

1/2  teaspoon salt

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