Foraged Foods
Bamboo shoot, dried
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 357kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 17.1 g/ 71g (24%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.4 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 69 g/ 348g (19%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 91 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 88 mg/ 700mg (12%) |
Iron | 4 mg/ 12mg (33%) source |
Sodium | 49 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Dried bamboo shoot (tuyo/processed form), a starchy vegetable ingredient that’s usually cooked with meat, shrimp, or aromatics.
Why it matters to health
Dried bamboo shoot is high in dietary fiber (about 25.9 g per 100 g), which helps you feel full and supports regular digestion—useful when you’re having 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks a day. It also has sugar (7.4 g) and carbohydrates (69 g), so it can add energy to your day; pairing it with lean protein and vegetables helps keep meals balanced. Sodium is relatively low (49 mg), but processed dishes that include bagoong, patis, or salty meats can raise the overall sodium—so watch the sauce and portion.
Healthier tips
- Soak and cook well (follow package directions) to improve texture and reduce any strong taste.
- Use a small to moderate serving per meal since it’s more carbohydrate-rich than fresh leafy vegetables.
- Pair with lean protein (fish, chicken breast, tofu) and add non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, kangkong, carrots) for better balance.
- Go easy on salty condiments (bagoong, patis, soy sauce); add flavor with garlic, onion, ginger, and herbs instead.
- If you’re snacking, keep bamboo shoot dishes for meals, not frequent snacks, to avoid too much carbohydrate in the day.
Common Filipino dishes
Bamboo shoot ginisa, Pinakbet with bamboo shoot, Sinigang with bamboo shoot, Bamboo shoot and pork stew, Ginisang labong with shrimp
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