Steps

1. Separate the tip and base parts of 230g bamboo shoots.
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2. Slice the tips a bit thickly to retain their texture.
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3. Slice the base parts as thinly as possible. 【Tip!】 Slicing the tips thickly and the bases thinly creates textural variety, making it more delicious overall.
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4. Add 2 tbsp sesame oil to a frying pan and stir-fry the sliced 230g bamboo shoots over medium heat. 【Tip!】 Check the ingredients list of store-bought menma; using more sesame oil enhances richness and flavor.
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5. Add 1 and 1/3 tsp sugar and 2 sliced red chili peppers and stir-fry.
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6. Add 1 and 1/2 tsp Chinese seasoning and mix well.
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7. Add 4 dashes MSG(Ajinomoto) (MSG) and stir-fry.
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8. Add 2 pinches salt to season. 【Tip!】 Stir-fry over low to medium heat, just enough to warm through without browning, being careful not to overcook.
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9. Pack the stir-fried bamboo shoots into a clean jar. Leave the lid open until they cool down.
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10. Add 1 tsp chili oil and mix everything to combine. 【Tip!】 Adding chili oil enhances the flavor and spiciness, making it more similar to store-bought menma.
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11. Once cooled, close the lid and store in the refrigerator. 【Tip!】 Using clean chopsticks to serve will help it last for about 1 week in the refrigerator.
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