Lotus Root Stir Fry

Lotus Root Stir Fry is a vibrant and crunchy dish that showcases the unique texture of lotus root, combined with colorful vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for a late-night snack, this dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Lotus root - 200 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snow peas - 100 grams, trimmed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, toasted
• Green onions - 2, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced lotus root and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until it starts to soften.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, and snow peas to the pan, and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring well to combine all ingredients and coat them evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir-fry for an additional minute.
7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 29 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants that may help combat oxidative stress.

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