Lotus Root Stir Fry
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Lotus Root Stir Fry

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Easy
person 4 servings
Lotus Root Stir Fry

About This Recipe

This refreshing Lotus Root Salad with Citrus and Mint is a vibrant, tangy, and slightly spicy dish that’s perfect for a light appetizer or side. Crisp lotus root is blanched to tender perfection, then marinated with zesty small citrus, aromatic mint leaves, and a kick of pickled pepper. The blend of honey and white vinegar creates a sweet-and-sour dressing that soaks into the lotus root, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Chilled to enhance its crisp texture, this salad is a delightful balance of freshness and spice—ideal for summer meals or as a palate-cleansing side. Quick to prepare yet packed with bold, layered flavors, it’s a unique twist on traditional salads that’s sure to impress!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • lotus root 200g
The aromatics
  • mint leaves 10g
  • small citrus 2 pieces (60g total)
The sauce & seasonings
  • pickled pepper 5g
  • honey 1 tbsp (15ml)
  • white vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml)

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Cut the lotus root into 5cm segments, blanch in hot water until softened, then remove and soak in cold water.
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Step 2
Step 2
Chop the mint leaves, cut the small citrus in half.
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Step 3
Step 3
Drain the lotus root, add pickled pepper, small citrus, mint leaves, honey, white vinegar and a small amount of salt, mix well and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

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