This side dish is made by braising slices of lotus root in soy sauce. Lotus root is the tuber from the lotus plant. It is a highly valuable ingredient that is full of nutrients drawn from the land. Its high vitamin C content helps with fatigue and skin health, while its detoxification capabilities have led to it being used as a medicine. Braising is the most common method of preparation for lotus roots. Each bite of the chewy pieces releases a sweet note in one’s mouth. Another method of preparation replaces the soy sauce with red chili paste sauce, while others add nuts to the mix.

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