EDIBLE BAMBOO SHOOTS
Big Heart Bamboo has a range of fresh and pickled bamboo shoots, grown on the the Sunshine Coast with love.
FRESH BAMBOO SHOOTS
Fresh bamboo shoots are harvest throughout the year at Big Heart Bamboo. Boil the fresh bamboo shoots and then use in stir fries, tempura, curries, or in salads.
BUY ONLINE
For Fresh Bamboo Shoot availability please call Becky on 0416 275 239
ALLERGEN ADVICE:
Big Heart Bamboo products are made on a shared plant and therefore may contain allergens from cross contact. While we make every effort possible to eliminate any chance of cross contact we cannot gaurantee absence of allergens. We advise that people with severe allergies do not consume our products
EAT WELL. DRINK WELL. BE WELL.
“Big Heart Bamboo products are just out of this world! The first time I purchased a jar of chilli chutney, I took it home to have with some cheese & crackers, well I didn’t need the lid to close it as I finished the entire jar in one sitting. Scrumptious in so many ways! The chutneys, the pickles and the teas all deliver on so many levels. I highly recommend trying these unique products, which you won’t find anywhere else.”
“Purchased 2 chutneys from gorgeous bec @pomonacoutrymarkets . Being a chutney fanatic I was a bit dubious; “bamboo chutney”? Imagine my amazement to discover that I had purchased the best chutney I had ever tasted. The flavours complimented; smashed avo, scrambled eggs, quiche, meatloaf, cold meats of all description, and even roast duck! Cannot go wrong with an assortment of these delicious condiments in the fridge”
“Rebecca is one of the most ethical, innovative & creative people I know. All her enterprises are grounded on her ethical stance of honesty, integrity & care for the environment. These qualities inform every aspect of Big Heart Bamboo products”
“The bamboo chutneys & relishes are regular morning-tea feature at our weekly Mah-Jong sessions. No matter what else is on the board- crackers, cheese, focaccias, cold collations, Chinese dumplings, chicken pieces, meat balls – Big Heart Bamboo relishes & chutneys add a special touch of something exotic”
GOURMET BAMBOO ELIXIR PICKLE
This signature Big Heart Bamboo pickle was awarded Gold at Sydney Royal Fine Food Show 2022 (with a score 91.3/100) the Gourmet Bamboo Pickle Elixir is an all-time favourite for entertaining, gifting and provides a health shot like no other!
Taken to bolster immunity , gut health and metabolism (and tastes great on a cheeseboard)!
MADE FROM BAMBOO SHOOTS
GROWN WITH LOVE AND CARE IN
THE NOOSA HINTERLAND QUEENSLAND
BAMBOO BBQ RELISH
Bamboo Shoot BBQ Relish (Indian fusion)
Also known as the Silk Road Dreaming, we blend our hand-harvested bamboo shoots with ancient herbs and spices (fenugreek, roasted mustard seeds, rosemary, turmeric and smoked pepper just to name a few) to create this sweet, sour & warming chutney.
MADE FROM BAMBOO SHOOTS
GROWN WITH LOVE AND CARE IN
THE NOOSA HINTERLAND QUEENSLAND
BAMBOO HOT CHILLI CHUTNEY
100g / 200g
Also known as the “Sleeping Dragon” the Big Heart Bamboo Hot Chilli is for lovers of heat, spice and all things nice.
The feeling of this chutney is described as a slow-burning cedar wood placed upon an open fire- aromatic and warming, but not overwhelmingly hot.
MADE FROM BAMBOO SHOOTS
GROWN WITH LOVE AND CARE IN
THE NOOSA HINTERLAND QUEENSLAND
PLANTS FOR FRESH BAMBOO SHOOTS
Some the species Big Heart Bamboo harvests for edible shoots.
Old Hamii
Bambusa oldhamii
mid January – April
This bamboo is smaller sized shoot originating from southern China. Also known as sweet edible shoot. When freshly harvested the sweet aromas resemble that of freshly cut sugar cane.
Giant Bamboo
Dendrocalamus latiflorus
mid February – mid April
Native to Taiwan, the Giant Bamboo is a denser shoot than the Asper, ideal for pickling when the weight is between 400grams and 3kgs.
Asper Bamboo
Dendrocalamus asper
early March – early May
Asper is the largest of the species that we have at the farm and has a texture that resembles and apple and is slightly less bitter than some of the other shoots. Ideal for salads and other summer dishes.
Madake Running Bamboo
Phyllostachys bambusoides
August – December
A lightweight shoot of the running species, also known as ‘pig skin’ bamboo. Ideal for roasting and tapas.
Moso Running Bamboos
Phyllostachys pubescens
August – December
Native to China, it is considered a delicacy amongst shoot connoisseurs. Slightly more difficult to harvest dues to the shoots being a little more hidden beneath the surface. Traditionally used in nigiri sushi dishes.
Important Note: Bamboo, in it’s natural state, has toxins that can be harmful if not prepared properly. In preparation, prior to consuming, all bamboo shoots must be peeled, sliced thinly into strips and boiled in lightly salted water for eight to ten minutes. Discard the water and rinse. It is your responsibility as a consumer, to make sure that this is done.
