Lotus root pork knuckle soup

By EricaStroman

Lotus root pork knuckle soup
A soup that is very suitable for nursing mothers

Lotus root contains a large amount of starch, vitamins and minerals, which is rich in nutrients, light and refreshing

It can nourish the spleen and nourish the stomach, moisten the restlessness and nourish the yin, circulate blood and dissipate blood stasis, clear heat and produce milk

Eating more lotus roots can help digestion, promote milk secretion, and help feed newborns

But be sure to avoid oil and salt (put less) and aniseed ingredients (star anise, pepper, sesame oil, etc.)

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Steps for Lotus root pork knuckle soup

  • Make  step 0
    1
    Carefully remove hair and impurities from pig trotters, and wash them with clean water.
  • Make  step 1
    2
    Use a knife to cut twice at the front and back of the pig's foot for later use.
  • Make  step 2
    3
    Peel and wash the lotus root, cut into hob pieces, do not just cut it with a knife, remove it and break it apart.
  • Make  step 3
    4
    To avoid discoloration, put it in water for later use.
  • Make  step 4
    5
    Slice ginger into slices and set aside.
  • Make  step 5
    6
    Add water to the pan, add pig's trotters and ginger slices, and cook for a brief 30 minutes.
  • Make  step 6
    7
    Add lotus root and stew for about 1 hour, add a little salt and serve.