45 min
Hands-on time
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Method
- 1 Peel the lotus root, slice it 5 mm thick, then soak it in vinegar water for 10 minutes to keep it white.
- 2 Boil the lotus root for 5 minutes, then drain it in a colander.
- 3 Simmer the lotus root with soy sauce, sugar, and just enough water to cover it over medium heat for 20 minutes.
- 4 Reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the lotus seeds.
- 5 Turn off the heat, then add honey, sesame oil, and roasted sesame seeds, stirring until glossy.
With an appliance
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Microwave 30 min
Replace step 3: loosely cover the lotus root in soy sauce, sugar, and water, and microwave at 800 W for 8 minutes; transfer to a pan and simmer for 5 minutes in step 4 to coat with a glossy sauce.