Crispy Fried Lotus Root
This dish features skin-on lotus root cut into sticks, hand-broken for texture, marinated in garlic soy sauce, and pan-fried with potato starch until crispy. The crunchy, starchy texture of the lotus root, combined with the savory flavor of sea lettuce (aonori) and salt, makes this an addictive dish perfect as a side or a snack.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Cut the lotus root into sticks, break them by hand, and massage with garlic and soy sauce. → Coat evenly with potato starch. → Pan-fry in oil until golden brown, turning frequently. → Drain excess oil, arrange on a plate, and sprinkle with salt and aonori.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Cut the lotus root into sticks, break them by hand, and massage with garlic and soy sauce. → Coat evenly with potato starch. → Pan-fry in oil until golden brown, turning frequently. → Drain excess oil, arrange on a plate, and sprinkle with salt and aonori.
Introduction
This dish features skin-on lotus root cut into sticks, hand-broken for texture, marinated in garlic soy sauce, and pan-fried with potato starch until crispy. The crunchy, starchy texture of the lotus root, combined with the savory flavor of sea lettuce (aonori) and salt, makes this an addictive dish perfect as a side or a snack.
Step 1
Cut the lotus root into sticks approximately 1cm wide, leaving the skin on.
Step 2
Break the lotus root sticks in half by hand and place them in a bowl.
Step 3
Add the grated garlic and soy sauce to the bowl, and mix well so the flavors incorporate thoroughly.
Step 4
Spread the potato starch on a tray and lightly coat the seasoned lotus root.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan, add the lotus root, and pan-fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Keeping the skin on the lotus root enhances its aroma and umami flavor. 💡
Breaking the pieces by hand creates an uneven surface, allowing the marinade and potato starch to cling better, which improves the texture. 🎯
Using only potato starch for the coating ensures a light and crispy finish without being greasy. 🍳
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