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Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry

Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry: Crunchy Vegan Flavor in Minutes

Experience the vibrant and crunchy Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry, a quick vegan delight bursting with flavor in under 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Sichuan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 lb Lotus Root Fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 lemon Lemon Water Or 2 tablespoons of vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Fresh, grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Chili Paste or Sriracha Sauce Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Dried Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons of water for slurry
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped
Optional Substitutes
  • Jicama
  • Daikon Radish
  • Turnip
  • Water Chestnuts
  • Potatoes

Equipment

  • Wok or large frying pan
  • Medium pot
  • Vegetable Peeler
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the lotus root thoroughly under cold water, peel, and slice into approximately ⅛ inch rounds. Keep in lemon water or vinegar.
  2. In a medium pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Blanch the lotus root slices for about 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl. Set aside.
  4. Heat a wok over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sauté ginger, garlic, and chili paste for 30 seconds, then add lotus root slices. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce into the wok. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish, and top with chopped green onion leaves and red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a hot pan with oil.

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