During the Xianfeng period of Qing Dynasty, lotus root was appointed as a tribute to the imperial cuisine. Because it is homophonic with "I", the folk custom uses eating lotus root to wish a happy marriage, and because it comes out of the mud, it is not stained, and together with lotus flower, it is a symbol of clean and noble personality. When making lotus root powder, we should pay attention to: it is advisable to take fresh old lotus root, and the finer the lotus root pulp, the better, because the finer the grinding, the higher the flour yield.
Lotus root starch in different regions:
Hangzhou area
Since ancient times, West Lake lotus root starch is the most famous. West Lake lotus root starch is a famous product in Hangzhou, and it is a famous brand in lotus root starch. In history, it was used as "tribute powder" to enter the royal family. Lotus root starch is thin or granular, and its color is white and red. The washed lotus root powder is transparent and slightly red, and its texture is delicate, which is very suitable for babies, the elderly and patients.
West Lake lotus root starch has become a treasure for entertaining guests and giving gifts to relatives and friends, selling well all over the country and exporting to Southeast Asian countries, Hong Kong and Macao.
Yunnan area
Yunnan Huangnitang lotus root powder is made of ecological lotus root above 5000 feet above sea level without adding any pigment or preservative. After being prepared, it will turn from paste to water after being left for 24 hours. Because of the unique grinding technology of Huangnitang people, it has always been loved by people for its no gritty teeth, no astringency and refreshing taste, which is suitable for all ages.