Stir-Fried Lotus Root Slices
Cold Dishes

Stir-Fried Lotus Root Slices

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Stir-Fried Lotus Root Slices

About This Recipe

Crispy, tangy, and bursting with bold flavors, this Sichuan-Style Spicy Lotus Root Salad is a refreshing and addictive dish! Tender lotus root is blanched to perfection, keeping its satisfying crunch, then tossed in a vibrant mix of rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and chili oil for a sweet-spicy kick. The magic happens when fragrant Sichuan peppercorns are sizzled in hot oil, adding a tingling, aromatic depth to every bite. Quick to prepare yet packed with layers of texture and taste, this salad is perfect as a zesty appetizer or a bright side dish. The contrast of cool, crisp lotus root with the fiery, numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns makes this recipe unforgettable. Try it for a unique twist on classic Asian flavors!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • Lotus root 200g
The sauce & seasonings
  • Rice vinegar 2 tablespoons
  • Sugar 1 tablespoon
  • Chili oil 1 tablespoon
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 teaspoon
  • Oil 1 tablespoon

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Choose lotus root that is tender and crunchy.
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Step 2
Step 2
Wash and peel it, then slice it into thin pieces.
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Step 3
Step 3
Put the sliced lotus root into a pot and add enough water to cover it.
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Step 4
Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Step 5
Step 5
Remove the lotus root from the pot.
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Step 6
Rinse it with cold water.
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Step 7
Step 7
Drain the water and put it in a bowl.
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Step 8
Step 8
Mix rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and chili oil to make a sauce.
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Step 9
Step 9
Pour the sauce into the lotus root.
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Step 10
Step 10
Heat oil in a pan, add Sichuan peppercorns, and stir-fry over low heat to bring out the fragrance.
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Step 11
Step 11
Pour the Sichuan peppercorns and oil into the lotus root.
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Step 12
Step 12
Mix well and serve.

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