Stuffed Lotus Root with Sticky Rice (糯米莲藕)

糯米莲藕 (Stuffed Lotus Root with Sticky Rice) is a traditional dish from Jiangsu Cuisine, known for its delicate flavors and beautiful presentation. This dish features lotus root stuffed with a savory and sweet sticky rice filling, creating a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

Vegetarian Main Course Jiangsu Lotus Root Sticky Rice Jiangsu Cuisine Chinese Food
Stuffed Lotus Root with Sticky Rice (糯米莲藕)

Ingredients

  • 2 lotus roots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup sticky rice, soaked for 2 hours
  • 1/4 cup dried shrimp, soaked and chopped
  • 2 Chinese sausages, diced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lotus roots by cutting them into 1-inch thick slices. Use a small knife to carefully hollow out the centers, creating pockets for the sticky rice filling.
  2. In a bowl, mix the soaked sticky rice, dried shrimp, Chinese sausages, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, salt, white pepper, and green onions.
  3. Stuff the lotus root slices with the sticky rice mixture, pressing gently to pack the filling tightly.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan, then add the stuffed lotus roots. Sear until lightly browned on both sides.
  5. Pour in the Shaoxing wine and 1/2 cup of water. Cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the lotus roots are tender and the sticky rice is cooked through.
  6. Serve the 糯米莲藕 (Stuffed Lotus Root with Sticky Rice) hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
55g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Knife Cutting board Bowl Pan

Tools

Small knife Pan with lid

Serving suggestions

Serve 糯米莲藕 as a main course dish alongside a light vegetable stir-fry and steamed jasmine rice.

Tips & tricks

To make the dish even more flavorful, you can add a small amount of minced garlic and ginger to the sticky rice filling.

Cost

$10