Duan Lotus Root Starch Noodles

Duan Lotus Root Starch Noodles

　　Lotus root starch noodles

　　Drought lotus, also known as banana yam, with the scientific name Edible Canna (Lanna edulis Ker.), is a hardy starch crop free from pests and diseases. Its tubers are rich in amylopectin.

　　These noodles are made from drought lotus starch using traditional handmade techniques. They are easy to cook, hold their texture even when boiled for a long time, and have a refreshing and delicious taste. They can be served in soups or stir-fried.

　　According to tests conducted by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Analysis and Testing Center, drought lotus starch noodles contain 17 types of amino acids as well as vitamins C and B. They aid digestion and have auxiliary therapeutic effects on various human inflammations. Drought lotus is cultivated in high-altitude, cold, stony mountainous regions with no pollution, and no pesticides are used in its cultivation, making these noodles a truly green and healthy food.

　　Du’an County produces around 5,000 tons of drought lotus starch noodles annually. The reference price is 4.5–5 yuan per kilogram, with year-round supply. The peak supply season is from November to January of the following year.