Lotus Blossom Fried Rice (莲花炒饭)

莲花炒饭 (Lotus Blossom Fried Rice) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its delicate flavors and beautiful presentation. This dish is a perfect combination of fragrant lotus seeds, tender shrimp, and fluffy rice, creating a dish fit for royalty.

Lotus Blossom Fried Rice (莲花炒饭)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lotus seeds
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining oil in the wok and add the garlic, stirring until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
  5. Stir in the lotus seeds and frozen peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps and stirring to combine with the other ingredients.
  7. Pour the soy sauce over the rice and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Add the scrambled eggs back into the wok and toss everything together until heated through.
  9. Transfer the fried rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh lotus petals for a stunning presentation.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
12g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Wok Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the 莲花炒饭 (Lotus Blossom Fried Rice) as a main dish for a special occasion or as part of a Chinese feast.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of luxury, garnish the fried rice with edible gold leaf or finely chopped chives.

Cost

$15