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HONEY CHILI LOTUS STEM

HONEY CHILI LOTUS STEM / CRISPY FRIED LOTUS STEM / SWEET & SPICY LOTUS STEM /VEG  STARTER RECIPE 

Lotus stem is a great source of Vitamin C, which helps boost the immunity of a person and fight viral infections. 3. The root also contains essential minerals like zinc, magnesium, copper and iron, which help the body in the production of red blood cells.

 Lotus root is known for strengthening the respiratory system of a human body, which ultimately helps a person fight a number of diseases.

They are rich in dietary fiber and low on saturated fats, hence keeping a person’s calorie count in check.

LOTUS STEM / ROOT

Buy lotus stem of good quality and fresh .It should be thicker .While slicing it should be soft . When you slice it should be white from inside and not pale or muddy. Try to select a short, fat lotus root that is heavy and firm, with a vibrant brownish color. Try to avoid any root with black spots or bruises on the rind.

served with bao – BAO STEAMED BUNS RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

  • Lotus Stem – 2 nos
  • Maida – 3 tbsp
  • Corn Flour – 2 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Garlic finely chopped – 2 tbsp
  • Sesame Seeds – 1 tsp
  • Tomato Ketchup – 2 tbsp
  • Vinegar – ½  tsp
  • Soya sauce – 2 tsp
  • Red Chilli Sauce – 1 tbsp
  • Honey – 2 or 3  tsp
  • Cornflour slurry –  2 tsp mixed with  4 tbsp water
  • Oil – To Deep Fry
  • Spring Onion / coriander leaves as needed

NOTE – adjust sauces as per your taste

METHOD

Soak the whole stems in water for 5 mins .

Peel the skin of the lotus stem and slice it in slanting way .

Soak them in water mixed with 2 tsp vinegar and little salt for 10 mins .

Drain the excess water and wipe .

Dust the stems with cornflour +  maida + salt to form a coating.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan and deep fry on medium flame until it is crispy and golden. [ don’t burn it ]

Drain and keep aside.

In a pan heat oil, add chopped garlic and stir fry for  a min. [ colour should not change ]

Add tomato ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, red chilli sauce, and mix well.

Cook on low flame for few secs.

Addjust salt and give a nice mix .

Add the cornflour mixture to the pan and mix. Stir and cook till the sauce thickens and becomes glossy and shiny .

Once the sauce thickens and becomes glossy add the fried stems.

Stir and cook for 2 mins so that the lotus stem absorbs the sauce .

Once done off the flame .

Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds.

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