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Also call: Arrowroot, Ito,
Rankon
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 | DESCRIPTION |
It has a segment at intervals like a string of sausage. When cut in cross-section, it has a series of evenly spaced round holes running the length of the root. It has a fibrous texture and a nutty flavour and webs.
| HISTORY AND ORIGIN |
An ancient plant, the flowers are depicted in the art of ancient Egypt, China and India. It represented as a symbol of Buddahism.
| BUYING AND STORAGE |
Lotus root is available fresh in asian food store, it also can bought dried, in tin or frozen.
| PREPARATION AND USE |
Soak fresh lotus root in cold water for 15 minutes. Slice and cook in stir-fry, braising, soups, battered and deep-fry. Asian uses it in sweets and desserts. Fresh lotus can be freezed.
| NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION |
Not available.
| VARIETY |
| RECIPE click here |
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