How To Make Lotus Root Chips From Scratch 3 Different Ways
Potato chips are the most loved and well-known in the chips world, but lotus root chips are another type of vegetable chip that you should remember. This time, let us introduce our lotus root chips recipe.
First of all, what is lotus root? Lotus root, the main ingredient of lotus root chips, is actually not a root but an enlarged stem of lotus. As it looks like a “root”, it is called 蓮(ren=lotus) 根(kon=root) in Japanese and English.
Lotus root is rich in Vitamin C and dietary fiber, so lotus root chips are not only delicious but also highly nutritious. If you are looking for tasty snacks that are healthier, then lotus root chips are perfect.
There are a lot of Japanese dishes that feature lotus root such as Kinpira (sliced lotus root, sometimes with burdock root and carrot, cooked in sugar and soy sauce), Chikuzen-ni (a stew of chopped chicken, lotus root, carrot, bamboo shoot, shiitake mushroom, konnayku and burdock root stir-fried and simmered in a sweet soy sauce based broth) and so on, but if you want to use lotus root in a casual way, why not try to make lotus root chips first?
There are a few tips you should remember for making perfect lotus root chips.
Use a slicer (mandoline)
When cutting lotus root, a slicer helps you to make thinner slices. The thinner the slice, the crispier the chip!
Soak the lotus root in the water
Soaking the lotus root removes excess starch from the vegetable, which also leads to crispier chips.
Wipe the excess water off
It is important to dry the lotus root pieces well before frying or baking them. Use paper towels to ensure the removal of as much excess water as possible.
Keep the oil temperature at 180℃
If the temperature of the oil is too low, the lotus root chips will not become crispy and will instead become soft and oily. If the temperature of the oil is too high, the lotus root chips will burn easily.
By following these tips, you can enjoy lotus root chips not only as a snack but also as a topping for salads or however you see fit. They add a pleasant crunch and savory taste to any dish!
In this recipe, we’ll show you how you can make tasty lotus root chips in 3 different ways. We’ll show you the traditional fried version, an oven-baked version, and an air-fried version so that you can choose your preferred method of cooking.
Let us know in the comments below if you make our lotus root chips recipe. We would love to hear from you!
Overview
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 15 mins
Total time: 30 mins
Total servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 200g Lotus Root
- Salt, as needed, for seasoning
- Aonori (seaweed powder), as needed, for seasoning
- Cooking Oil, as needed, for deep frying
- 500 ml Water
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
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