Preparation
20 minutes
Cooking
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
The lotus flower is rich and sweet with a hint of slight bitterness. It’s delicious when cooked in sour soup, dipped in hot pot, or boiled to eat with various braised dishes. But have you tried the dried dish – fish sauce made from lotus flowers? If not, let’s join TasteVN in the kitchen to make delicious and simple lotus flower pickles!
Ingredients for Lotus Flower Pickles For 4 people
Lotus flowers 500 gr Horned chili 3 pieces Rice washing water 500 ml Vinegar 200 ml Sugar/salt a little Filtered water 400 ml
How to choose fresh and delicious lotus flowers
- To choose fresh lotus flowers, first, you should prioritize those with bright yellow color and slightly open petals.
- Next, you should observe the flower stem, which should be a light green color and fresh. The flower should be intact, not bruised, crushed, or infested with pests.
- Avoid choosing lotus flowers that are still green or those that have fully bloomed, as immature flowers will taste bitter, while overripe flowers will be less sweet and aromatic.
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How to prepare the Yellow Lotus Flowers
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Prepare the yellow lotus flowers
Peel the yellow lotus flowers, discarding any that are bruised or wilted. Then wash the yellow lotus flowers 2 – 3 times with water to clean them, then drain in a basket.
Next, soak the yellow lotus flowers in rice water mixed with 1 tablespoon of salt for 30 minutes. While soaking, use a ladle to gently press the flowers down so they are submerged in the rice water.
After 30 minutes, use the ladle to mix the yellow lotus flowers from the top to the bottom and continue soaking for another 60 minutes for the flowers to absorb evenly.
While soaking the yellow lotus flowers, use a knife to cut off the stems and seeds of the chili peppers, then slice the peppers into thin strips vertically, rinse briefly, and place them in a bowl.
Finally, take the yellow lotus flowers out of the basket and gently squeeze them to remove excess water. Remember not to squeeze too hard as it may bruise the flowers!
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Prepare the pickling solution for the pickled vegetables
Gradually add to the pot 200ml of vinegar, 200g of sugar, 400ml of filtered water, and 1 tablespoon of salt. Use a ladle to stir well until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved.
Place the pot on the stove, cook the vinegar and sugar mixture on high heat for about 10 – 15 minutes until it boils, then turn off the heat and let it cool completely.
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Make pickled yellow flower vegetables
Prepare a clean and dry jar. Gradually add 1/2 of the drained yellow flowers into the jar, followed by 1/2 of the sliced chili peppers. Continue adding the remaining 1/2 of the yellow flowers and chili peppers into the jar.
Pour the cooled vinegar and sugar mixture into the jar, using a small bowl to press down on top to ensure the liquid covers the flowers, then seal the jar tightly.
Let the pickled yellow flower vegetables soak for 24 hours before enjoying!
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Final Product
Take the yellow melon out onto a plate, adding a few strands of chili for extra appeal. The yellow melon dish has a sweet and sour taste that is very appetizing.
You can enjoy it with braised fish, and adding a bowl of white rice will make it even better. Be sure to save the recipe and try your skills in the kitchen right away!
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