You can often find fresh bamboo shoots in Asian food stores, but they’re not easy to prepare as they’re protected by many layers of overlapping, brown husk covered in fine, sharp hairs.

Add the curry paste and stir again. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes or until the oil separates and the paste is lightly browned. Reduce the heat to low and add the chicken, bamboo shoots, reserved ...

Thai curry is a global favorite, and it’s not hard to see why. Most dishes are creamy, aromatic, spicy, a little sweet, and delicious with plant-based ingredients like tofu and vegetables.

Try mushrooms, sliced bamboo shoots, orange peppers, or Thai eggplant ... Squeeze in a little fresh lime juice just before serving. Want to make vegetarian Thai Red Curry? Just substitute the chicken ...

Luv2Eat Express is a cafeteria-style cafe in Hollywood serving tremendous Southern Thai curries and stir-fries.