The difference between winter bamboo shoots and spring bamboo shoots

The difference between winter bamboo shoots and spring bamboo shoots is the difference in color, size and hair. The picture is as follows:

1, the color of bamboo shoots is different.

Winter bamboo shoots are yellow because they are buried in the soil without sunlight. However, bamboo shoots have emerged from the ground and received sunlight, so they are brown and dark brown. Even if several layers are peeled off, bamboo shoots are brown. Winter bamboo shoots don't have any green all over their bodies, especially the tips of bamboo shoots. As long as the tip is exposed, it will bounce.

2. Different sizes

Winter bamboo shoots are a little small, mostly around three or two, while spring bamboo shoots are plump, mostly over half a catty.

3. Bamboo shoots have different hairs

The soft hair on the surface of spring bamboo shoots is very strong, and there are some imperceptible black stripes on the skin. The overall color is not bright, but it is a little dark. Winter bamboo shoots are different. The appearance color of winter bamboo shoots is beautiful golden yellow without any stripes. If the hair of bamboo shoots is peeled off at the time of purchase, it can be distinguished.

Selection method of bamboo shoots

1, look at the shape. Choose short and thick ones, the bamboo shoots are trumpet-shaped, and if they are bent, they will be fleshy.

2. Look at this bamboo shell. The shell should be complete, close to the bamboo shoot meat, brown in color, followed by green. The shell of bamboo shoots should be harder. If it is too soft, it means that it has been unearthed for too long and is not fresh enough.

3. Look at the root. The color of root edge, white is the top grade, followed by yellow, and green is the worst. The "mole" on the root is bright red and tender, while dark red or deep purple bamboo shoots are older.

4. Look at the cross section. Gently dig the cross section of bamboo shoots with your nails, and you can easily dig out the small pits of fresh bamboo shoots.