Introduction: Lotus root is slightly sweet and crisp, and can be eaten raw or cooked. It also has high medicinal value. Lotus root is highly nutritious, rich in trace elements such as iron and calcium, and also contains abundant plant protein, vitamins, and starch. It has a significant effect in nourishing qi and blood, and enhancing human immunity. Therefore, traditional Chinese medicine refers to it as: "mainly nourishing the middle energizer, nourishing the spirit, and replenishing qi and strength."
Raw lotus root is cold in nature and has the effect of clearing heat and cooling the blood, and can be used to treat heat-related illnesses. Cooked lotus root is warm in nature and sweet in taste; it has the effects of benefiting the stomach and spleen, nourishing blood and tonifying, promoting tissue regeneration, and stopping diarrhea. Lotus root emits a unique fragrance and also contains tannins, which have a certain effect of strengthening the spleen to stop diarrhea, whetting the appetite, promoting digestion, and stimulating the stomach. In addition, lotus root is rich in vitamin C and minerals, which can prevent rough skin and keep the skin radiant.
Sautéed Crispy Lotus Root Slices
Next, the editor recommends several medicinal recipes for lotus root for everyone. Let's learn them together!
Lotus Root and Hawthorn Cake
Ingredients: 500g fresh lotus root, 150g hawthorn cake, 25g osmanthus jam, appropriate amount of sugar.
Method: Peel the fresh lotus root, cook it in water until tender, then take it out and let it cool. Mash the hawthorn cake into a paste, mix it with osmanthus jam and sugar until well combined. Stuff this mixture into the holes of the lotus root, slice it, and arrange it on a plate to serve.
Benefits: Has the effects of strengthening the spleen and whetting the appetite, promoting saliva to quench thirst, and lowering blood pressure and blood lipids. It is suitable for patients with chronic gastritis, chronic bronchitis, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
Osmanthus and Glutinous Rice Lotus Root
Raw Fresh Lotus Root Salad
Ingredients: 300g fresh tender lotus root, 50g sugar, appropriate amount of white vinegar.
Method: Wash the fresh lotus root, peel it, and cut it into thin shreds. Dissolve the sugar in a small amount of boiling water, then add white vinegar and mix well to make a dressing. Arrange the shredded lotus root on a plate, pour the dressing over it, mix well, and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Benefits: Lotus root is rich in protein and calcium, which can nourish qi and blood and help with healthy weight loss.
Cold-dressed Lotus Root Slices
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