Lotus Root Love (莲藕之爱)
莲藕之爱 (Lotus Root Love) is a classic dish from Haipai Cuisine, featuring the unique and nutritious lotus root as the star ingredient. This dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 500g lotus root, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced red chili, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced lotus root to the wok and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the lotus root is tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce over the lotus root and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.
- Transfer the lotus root to a serving dish and garnish with additional sliced red chili, if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Wok Skillet Cutting board Knife Bowl Measuring spoons
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the delicious 莲藕之爱 (Lotus Root Love) with steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add more sliced red chili or a sprinkle of chili flakes to the dish.
Cost
$8