Foraged Foods
Bamboo shoot, dried Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 357kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 1.4 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 69 g/ 348g (19%) | ||||||
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Protein | 17.1 g/ 71g (24%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vitamin B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 91 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Iron | 4 mg/ 12mg (33%) source |
Phosphorus | 88 mg/ 700mg (12%) |
Sodium | 49 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Dried bamboo shoot (tuyo/processed form), a starchy vegetable ingredient that’s usually cooked with meat, shrimp, or aromatics.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted 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
AI-assisted - 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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