Pickled Bamboo Shoot (Achara nga Tambo)
By GERLIE M. UY Bamboo Shoot or Tambo is made into pickle or achara. 24 cups young bamboo shoot, matchstick 1 liter can vinegar Reserved pineapple juice Spices: salt and ground pepper 5-6 cups brown sugar 3-4 thumbs of ginger, matchstick 1 whole clove of garlic, crushed and sliced 5-6 medium red onions, sliced lengthwise turmeric powder Vegetables: 20 -24 pieces Stringbeans, 1 inch long 2-3 pcs eggplant, sliced lengthwise into eight and cut crosswise, abou 1 inch long 6 -8 pcs medium carrots, matchstick 1 300ml pineapple chunks (juice reserved) Glass Jars for storing Prepare the bamboo shoot by blanching the same in boiling water for about five minutes. Drain and Set aside. In a wok, put the vinegar, pineapple juice, and all the spices. Blend with wooden laddle to dissolve sugar. Cook in medium to to high heat for about 15 minutes. Let boil until the liquid tastes sweet, sour and spicy. Adjust taste with salt and pepper. Add the vegetables. Cover and let c...