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Recipe for Stir-fried Lotus Root Cubes

Finished Stir-fried Lotus Root Cubes

Stir-fried Lotus Root Cubes is a simple and easy-to-make dish. Lotus root is nutritious and very suitable for vegetarians. Estimated preparation time: 20 minutes

Estimated cooking difficulty: ★★★

Essential Ingredients and Tools

  • Green onion
  • Millet pepper
  • Lotus root
  • Light soy sauce
  • Dark soy sauce
  • Oyster sauce
  • Oil

Calculation

Before each preparation, determine how many servings you want to make. One serving is just enough for 2 people.

Per serving:

  • Green onion: 1 segment
  • Millet pepper: 1-2 pieces (depending on your spice tolerance)
  • Lotus root: 1 segment
  • Light soy sauce: 30 ml
  • Dark soy sauce: 15 ml
  • Oyster sauce: 15 ml
  • Cooking oil: 10-15 ml

Instructions

  • Cut the green onion and millet pepper into small pieces and set aside.
  • Peel the lotus root, cut it into cubes no larger than 3 cm, and soak them in water to prevent oxidation and browning.
  • Take a wok, add 500 ml of cold water, and bring it to a boil.
  • Add the lotus root cubes to the boiling water, blanch for 2 minutes, then remove and set aside on a plate.
  • Pour out the water from the wok, heat the wok until dry, and add 10-15 ml of cooking oil.
  • Once the oil temperature rises, add the chopped green onion and millet pepper and stir-fry until fragrant.
  • Add the prepared lotus root cubes to the wok and stir-fry over high heat.
  • Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and oyster sauce.
  • Stir-fry for 2 minutes, then serve.

Additional Notes

  • When selecting lotus root, choose ones with a yellowish-brown skin and thick, white flesh. If it appears black or has an off odor, it is not suitable for consumption.
  • Try to avoid using iron cookware, as it may cause the lotus root to turn black.

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