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.

Lotus Root Love (莲藕之爱)

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

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the sliced lotus root to the wok and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the lotus root is tender-crisp.
  4. 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.
  5. Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.
  6. 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