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Kinpira Renkon (Japanese Lotus Root Recipe)

5 from 6 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Juri Austin
If you're searching for a delightful lotus root recipe, try this Japanese Stir-fried Lotus Root! This savory and straightforward dish not only promises deliciousness but is also quick to prepare, ready in just 10 minutes.
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Stir-fried lotus root served in a bowl.

Equipment

  • 1 Frying pan, , 22cm (9 inches)

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ Lotus root, 200g
  • ½ Dried chili pepper
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Sake
  • 1 tbsp Mirin
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions
 

  1. Prepare Lotus Root: Peel the lotus root using a peeler and slice it into thin quarter rounds. Soak the slices in water for 5 minutes, then thoroughly drain to prevent discoloration.
  2. Chop Dried Chili Pepper: Remove the seeds from the chili pepper and chop.
  3. Stir-Fry Lotus Root: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the sliced lotus root and chopped dried chili pepper. Stir-fry for a few minutes.
  4. Season and Continue Stir-Frying: Add sake, mirin, and soy sauce to the pan. Stir-fry until the liquid reduces, leaving behind a glossy on the lotus root.
  5. Serve: Turn off the heat, transfer the kinpira to a serving dish, and garnish it with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Storage: Transfer stir-fried lotus root to a food container and keep it in the fridge. Good for 3 to 4 days. Please put it in a freezer bag and store it in the freezer. It will be good for one month. 
  • Lotus roots turn black when cut and exposed to air. To prevent this discoloration, it's best to soak them in water or vinegar water for about 5 minutes immediately after cutting.
    If you're a fan of spicy food, feel free to enhance the heat by adding more dried chili pepper for that extra kick. Another flavorful option is to sprinkle shichimi togarashi, a Japanese spice mix.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3g

This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: kinpira renkon, lotus root recipe

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