Colorful Lotus Stem

Colorful Lotus Stem

　　Colorful Lotus Stem

　　Among all the dishes on the table, the most eye-catching one has to be this “Colorful Lotus Stem.” Calling it colorful is no exaggeration — the tropical lotus stem is first blanched and then deep-fried before being stir-fried with char siu (barbecued pork), celery, white wood ear mushrooms, and green and red bell peppers. Finally, it’s finished with a drizzle of basil sauce, resulting in a dish that’s as vibrant in color as it is aromatic.

　　What makes this dish truly unique is that the lotus stem is cut into fine shreds, which is no easy feat to prepare well. But the lotus stems here are tender and crisp, breaking apart with just a bite, and bursting with umami flavor. No wonder even the most discerning foodies couldn’t help but praise it as “refreshing, springy, and full of flavor.”