Main Ingredients:
Lotus root: 1 piece; Red chili pepper: 1 piece.
Additional Ingredients:
Green onion: 3 stalks; Garlic: 3 cloves; Oil: as needed; Salt: a little; Vinegar: as needed; Soy sauce: as needed.
Taste: Mildly spicy; Cooking method: Mix; Time: Ten minutes; Difficulty: Easy.
Detailed Steps for Cooking Spicy and Sour Lotus Root Slices
Peel and wash the lotus root, clean the red chili pepper and green onion, adjust the amount according to personal preference;
Trim the ends of the lotus root without removing too much, as thin slices are important for the dish; use a sharp knife to slice thinly;
Slice the lotus root thinly, about 2mm thick for better flavor and texture;
Boil water, add lotus root slices until translucent, then remove and rinse with cold water to remove excess starch;
Mince garlic, chop green onion, and slice red chili pepper finely;
Arrange lotus root slices on a plate, sprinkle with salt, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, green onion, and chili pepper;
Heat oil in a small pan until slightly smoking, then pour over the ingredients to release the aroma;
Mix well and enjoy the crispy and flavorful dish.
