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How to Make Rock Sugar Hunan Lotus Seed Soup

Rock Sugar Hunan Lotus Seed Soup is a classic Chinese dessert loved for its delicate sweetness and tender texture. Here’s a simple guide to making this comforting treat.

Ingredients:

100g dried lotus seeds, 50g rock sugar, a few dried longans (optional), 10-15 red dates (pitted), and water.

Steps:

1. Prepare the lotus seeds: Soak dried lotus seeds in warm water for 2 hours until soft. Remove the bitter green cores (if any) and rinse.

2. Cook the base: In a pot, add lotus seeds, red dates, and longans (if using). Pour in enough water to cover them by 3-4 cm. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 1.5 hours until the lotus seeds are tender.

3. Sweeten: Add rock sugar, stir until dissolved, and simmer for another 10 minutes. Adjust sweetness to taste.

4. Serve: Let it cool slightly. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a few red dates for color.

Tips: For richer flavor, use rock sugar instead of regular sugar. Soaking lotus seeds ensures they cook evenly. Enjoy this nourishing dessert as a dessert or afternoon snack!