‘Rooted’ in tradition

Lotus is a treasured flower in Asian countries, thanks to its fragrance and beautiful white or pink petals. The edible root stalks, which grow in the mud, are abundant in the fall. They can be found fresh or parboiled in Asian supermarkets.Lotus roots have a pleasant, crunchy texture. Slices are merged here with sweet potato

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