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