Jianhu Lotus Root Starch Balls

Jianhu Lotus Root Starch Balls

　　A traditional delicacy from Jianhu County. It is said to have a history of over 200 years. These lotus root starch balls are smooth, translucent, elastic, soft, and tender, with a coffee-like color. The filling is made from lotus root starch and a mixture of sweet fruit pulps and five types of nuts (peach, apricot, date, melon seeds, etc.), resulting in a sweet, refreshing taste that is delightful and soothing. When chewed slowly, the lingering aroma resembles that of fish, yet avoids heaviness or greasiness. Rich in nutrients, they also help strengthen bones and enrich the blood. After tasting them, the economist Fei Xiaotong wrote in a newspaper article, calling them a “delicacy.”