Braised Lotus Root recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
Braised lotus root is slowly simmered in soy sauce and rice syrup, bringing out its crisp texture and sweet-and-salty flavor.
Braised lotus root is slowly simmered in soy sauce and rice syrup, bringing out its crisp texture and sweet-and-salty flavor. It pairs well with rice and makes an easy side dish when you want a home-cooked accompaniment.
Vegetables · 35 minutes to cook
Nutrition (per 378g serving): 281.7 kcal · protein 4.6g · carbohydrate 51.9g · fat 7.1g · sodium 1481.5mg
Nutrition source: one serving calculated from an ingredient table verified against "National Integrated Food Nutrient Database (standard data)" (Korea MFDS, RDA and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries via the Public Data Portal).
Tips: If you slice the lotus root too thinly, it can become soft after prolonged simmering.
Tips: Add the rice syrup at the end to preserve the glossy finish and gentle sweetness.
Tips: Turn off the heat before the sauce disappears completely, as it will thicken and intensify as it cools.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- Lotus root — 180 g
- Soy sauce — 1.2 Tbsp
- Rice syrup — 1 Tbsp
- Sugar — 1 tsp
- Cooking oil — 1 tsp
- Water — 0.8 cup
- Sesame oil — 0.5 tsp
- Sesame seeds — 0.5 tsp