The bamboo strips are young sprouts of the bamboo cane that have already been pre-cut and inserted. The light yellow meat is slightly fibrous and crisp, the taste is slightly reminiscent of asparagus. Bamboo is a popular wok vegetable for dishes such as chop suey, vegetable curry or for salads and soups. Bamboo sprouts are also a must in the Japanese slow cooker Sukiyaki. The bamboo strips from are pleasantly crisp and fresh in taste and ready to use.