On vegetarian meal days, you can make delicious and unique vegetarian dishes such as stir-fried lotus stem or stir-fried vegetarian sausage, which are very simple yet tasty for the family to enjoy. Today, TasteVN will guide you on how to make these 2 light and appealing stir-fried dishes. Let’s get cooking right away!
1. Stir-fried lotus stem with vegetarian sausage
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried lotus stem with vegetarian sausage For 2 people
Lotus stem 100 gr Vegetarian sausage 2 pieces Spring onion 2 stalks Lemon 1 fruit Garlic 1 bulb Soy sauce 1/2 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ ground pepper)
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How to Cook Stir-Fried Lotus Stem with Vegetarian Sausage
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Prepare the Ingredients
After buying, cut the lotus stems into pieces and wash them thoroughly. To make the lotus stems whiter, soak them in a bowl of water with the juice of 1 lemon. Soak for about 3 – 5 minutes, then remove and let them drain.
Cut the vegetarian sausage into small bite-sized pieces.
Peel the garlic, wash it, and then mince it. Trim the roots off the green onions, wash them, and chop finely.
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Cook the Stir-Fried Lotus Stem with Vegetarian Sausage
Place a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, and heat it over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the vegetarian sausage and stir-fry quickly, seasoning with 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of soy sauce, and a little water.
Then stir well for about 2 minutes until the sausage absorbs the seasoning, then add the lotus stems and stir-fry together.
Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper and the green onions, then stir-fry for another minute before turning off the stove.
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Finished Product
So with just a few simple steps, you have immediately created a dish of stir-fried lotus stem with vegetarian sausage that has a fragrant and appealing aroma.
The lotus stem is stir-fried to a crisp texture combined with the soft and delicious vegetarian sausage soaked in a savory and sweet seasoning that is incredibly enticing. This stir-fried lotus stem with vegetarian sausage is best enjoyed with hot white rice!
2. Stir-fried Lotus Stem with Vegetarian Ingredients
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Preparation
25 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried Lotus Stem with Vegetarian Ingredients Serves 3 people
Lotus stem 500 gr Green onion 1 stalk Kumquat 2 fruits (tangerine) Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Vegetarian seasoning 1 teaspoon Ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon
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How to prepare Stir-fried Lotus Stem Vegetarian
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Prepare the ingredients
Clean the lotus stem, then slice it thinly into a bowl of ice water with some lime juice. Soak for 20 minutes, then remove and drain.
Take the green onion, crush the white part, and chop the green leaves finely.
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Stir-fry the lotus stem
Place a frying pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to the pan. Wait for the oil to heat up, then add the crushed white part of the green onion to sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the lotus stem, stirring continuously. Keep the heat high, add 1 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, and mix well.
When the lotus stem is just cooked, add the chopped green onion along with 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed, and turn off the heat.
Finally, plate the lotus stem and get ready to enjoy!
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Final Product
Crispy lotus stems soaked in spices blend with the aroma of scallions, very appetizing, right?
With this dish, prepare an extra bowl of dipping sauce to taste just right.
This will definitely be a delicious, light dish that helps change the flavors for vegetarian meals or when you’re tired of greasy dishes. Wishing you success in the kitchen!
How to choose fresh and delicious lotus stems
- Delicious lotus stems are fresh, with stems that are not too thick or too thin.
- The stems of the lotus should be slightly dark or muddy, indicating that they have not been bleached and are safe to use.
- Additionally, the lotus stems should be intact, without bruises or cracks.
- It is advisable to choose lotus stems grown in planned areas and avoid purchasing from regions with contaminated water sources.
How to prepare crunchy white lotus stems
- Method 1: After cleaning the lotus stems, soak them in water mixed with vinegar. Wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator fridge or leave them in a cool place for a few hours before using.
- Method 2: Use a mixture of lemon combined with diluted saltwater to soak the lotus stems for 22 – 24 hours at a cool temperature of 5 – 10 degrees Celsius.
- Method 3: Soak the lotus stems in cold ice water with a bit of salt and lemon juice to clean them.
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With just a little time and a few simple steps, you can quickly have a delicious and attractive lotus stem stir-fried vegetarian dish. Hope that with the recipe TasteVN just shared, you will enrich your vegetarian meal menu. Wish you success!
