Xianglian seeds are a traditional Hunan snack with unique production techniques and delicious taste, and are deeply loved by people.

It is not only a kind of food, but also a cultural heritage.

Material preparation: The main materials needed to prepare Xianglian seeds are: lotus seeds, glutinous rice flour, sugar, sesame seeds, etc.

Production process The process of making Hunan lotus seeds is divided into the following steps: 1. Clean the lotus seeds. Wash the lotus seeds and remove the soil and impurities on the surface. Then put the lotus seeds in a pot, add water and cook, take them out and let them cool for later use.

2. Stir the glutinous rice flour and white sugar. Mix the glutinous rice flour and white sugar together in a certain proportion, then add an appropriate amount of water and stir to form a paste.

3. Wrap the lotus seeds. Put the cooled lotus seeds into the glutinous rice flour paste, wrap the lotus seeds with the glutinous rice flour paste with your hands, and then dip a layer of sesame seeds on the surface.

4. Cook the Xianglian seeds. Put the wrapped Xianglian seeds into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook over medium heat.

How to eat: The prepared Xianglian seeds can be eaten directly, or you can cut them into small pieces with a knife, put them in a bowl, and pour them with sugar water or honey for a better taste.

Tips 1. When making Xianglian seeds, pay attention to the ratio of glutinous rice flour and white sugar. Too much or too little will affect the taste.

2. When wrapping lotus seeds, wrap the glutinous rice flour paste tightly to prevent the glutinous rice flour paste from spreading after cooking.

3. The cooking time of Hunan lotus seeds should not be too long, otherwise the lotus seeds will become too soft.