When boiling dried lotus seeds, the right method can ensure that the lotus seeds are soft and ripe. Here are the basic steps to boil dried lotus seeds:
Dried lotus seeds: to taste.
Water: Enough to soak lotus seeds.
Cleaning lotus seeds:Wash the dried lotus seeds, remove impurities from the surface, and rinse them several times with clean water.
Soaking:Place the washed lotus seeds in a pot and add enough water to make sure the lotus seeds are soaked thoroughly. It is best to soak for 2-3 hours, which helps to soften the lotus seeds and improve the cooking effect.
Drain:Drain the soaked lotus seeds. At this point, the lotus seeds have absorbed a certain amount of water and become more plump.
Boiled lotus seeds:Put the drained lotus seeds into a pot and add enough water, a little more, to ensure that the lotus seeds are well cooked.
Heating:Put the lotus seeds on the stove, bring to a boil over high heat, and then turn to low heat and cook. During the cooking process, it can be covered to prevent excessive evaporation of water.
Seasoning (optional):If you want the lotus seeds to be sweeter, you can add an appropriate amount of rock sugar or brown sugar during the cooking process, adjusting it according to your personal taste.
Waiting for ripeness:After boiling, continue to cook over low heat, about 30-40 minutes. You can try taking out a lotus seed and prick it with a toothpick, if it is easily pierced, it means that it is ripe.
Drain:When the lotus seeds are cooked, drain off the excess water.
Enjoy:Boiled dried lotus seeds can be eaten as is, or they can be used in various sweet soups, desserts, or dishes.
The time and amount of water to cook lotus seeds can be adjusted appropriately according to the actual situation to ensure that the lotus seeds are cooked and have a soft taste. Depending on your personal taste, you can also add some other seasonings to make the lotus seeds even more delicious.