Exquisite vegetarian dishes made with lotus.

Updated: 18/09/2023 10:56:52

DTO - Considered the national flower of Vietnam, the lotus is not only beautiful but also used in food preparation. In particular, it's refreshing the culinary menu with vegetarian dishes made from lotus, which are both delicious and good for health.

Steamed rice wrapped in lotus leaves

Possessing immense potential, almost all parts of the lotus plant are useful: lotus flowers for display and decoration; leaves for wrapping food; petals for infusing tea; lotus seeds for making jam, cooking desserts, or mixing with rice; lotus stems for salads; lotus tubers for stewing meat, stuffing with shrimp and meat, and frying...

In addition, lotus is used to prepare many delicious vegetarian dishes that are popular and loved in many localities, bringing diverse flavors to vegetarian cuisine such as: steamed rice wrapped in lotus leaves, braised lotus root, mixed lotus soup, lotus root stew, etc.

Several vegetarian dishes made with lotus are popular and enjoyed by many diners.

Steamed rice wrapped in lotus leaves: Since ancient times, steamed rice wrapped in lotus leaves has been considered a "royal" dish, reserved only for the Emperor. Therefore, it requires chefs to know how to prepare it with great finesse and meticulousness to achieve the most authentic and delicious flavor. This dish is favored for the refreshing aroma of lotus leaves and lotus seeds blended with other sweet and delicate ingredients.

Vegetarian spring rolls with lotus seeds

Vegetarian Lotus Seed Spring Rolls: Vegetarian lotus seed spring rolls are a common dish on the menu for the first vegetarian feast of the month. With a crispy outer shell and a filling of lotus seeds and other ingredients, the dish symbolizes a wish for harmony and peace within the family, as well as for everything to go as desired in the new month.

Braised lotus root

Braised lotus root: Braised lotus root is one of the delicious dishes often found on vegetarian dinner tables. The dish has a delicious aroma and flavor; the rich braising sauce combined with the fragrant and tender lotus root makes it hard for diners to resist.

Beauty-enhancing tea

Beauty-enhancing dessert soup: In the past, this dessert soup was reserved only for the concubines and beautiful women of the palace. Made with lotus seeds and other ingredients, this refreshing dish helps to beautify and prolong youth. However, nowadays, this dish is becoming more popular. It's especially favored by many women for its amazing beauty benefits.

Vegetarian lotus seed soup

Vegetarian lotus seed soup: This dish has excellent calming effects and is suitable for all ages. Lotus seed soup is also widely used in vegetarian feasts and banquet menus.

Vegetarian braised duck noodles

Vegetarian Braised Duck Noodles: This noodle dish boasts an enticing aroma from its broth simmered with lotus root and a touch of rose liqueur. The noodles are chewy and soft, the rich sweetness of shiitake mushrooms blends perfectly with the delicate sweetness of bok choy. Furthermore, the tofu skin is transformed into visually appealing vegetarian duck meat pieces, making it very attractive to diners.

Vegetarian mushroom and lotus seed soup

Vegetarian mushroom and lotus seed soup: This is a very popular dish among many families, not only because it's easy to eat but also because it's very good for health. Lotus seeds are considered a precious medicinal ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, effective in treating diarrhea, insomnia, indigestion, bloating, poor appetite, thirst caused by high fever, and dehydration.

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