lotus root
Pond plant's vegetable
Lotus root is the underwater stem of the lotus plant, eaten as a vegetable in East and Southeast Asian cuisines.
Sliced crosswise, it reveals a distinctive pattern of holes that makes it instantly recognizable.
The texture is crisp and slightly starchy, similar to water chestnuts.
It appears in stir-fries, soups, and tempura: The lotus root chips were addictively crunchy.
- tuberUnderground nutrient reservoir
- stir-fryQuick-cook in hot oil
- soupCooked liquid dish
- hot potSimmering communal broth dish
- aquatic plantVegetation growing in water
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Edible underground tuber
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