Ingredients: fresh lotus root 1 knot, proper amount of purified water, 3 tablespoons of white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of white sugar.
Accessories: salt 1 spoon, ginger 1 small piece, 2 dried peppers, shallots 1 root, 2 cloves of garlic, a little sesame oil and a little chicken essence.
1, prepare materials. Soak the peppers in hot water in advance.
2. Pour purified water into a stainless steel pot, peel and wash the lotus root, and cut into pieces.
3. When the water boils, put the lotus root slices into the pot.
4. Lotus root slices change from white to translucent after water heating, and immediately take them out and put them in cold water for cooling.
5, pepper, chives cut into small circles, garlic cloves, ginger chopped.
6. Slice the lotus root to control the moisture, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and stir evenly by hand.
7. Add white vinegar.
8. Add sugar and mix well.
9. Finally, add minced garlic, Jiang Mo, Chili rings and onion rings, and stir well.
Matters needing attention in purchasing lotus root
1. Appearance: choose lotus root with smooth skin and bright color, and avoid choosing lotus root with obvious black spots or damage. Lotus root color should be uniform, without obvious discoloration or rot.
2, texture: gently press the lotus root to see if there is a hard or weak feeling. High-quality lotus roots should be firm and elastic. If the lotus root is too soft or too hard, it may be a sign of stale or poor quality.
3, smell: smell the aroma of lotus root, fresh lotus root should have a fragrant taste. If the lotus root smells bad or smells moldy, it means that the lotus root has gone bad.
4. Size and shape: Choose the size and shape of lotus root according to your own needs. Big lotus root usually has high water content and relatively tender taste.
5. Origin and variety: Know the origin and variety of lotus root. Lotus roots from different places and varieties may be slightly different, so you can choose according to your personal preference.