Amber Celery Sautéed Lotus Root Slices Recipe

🍳 Amber Celery Sautéed Lotus Root Slices Recipe

I. Ingredient Preparation

First, please prepare the following ingredients. Their freshness is key to the success of this dish.

II. Cooking Process

Next are the detailed cooking steps. Pay attention to heat control and timing, which are the secrets to keeping the lotus root slices white and crisp.

1. Pre-process Ingredients​ 📝
   • •Wash, peel, and slice the lotus root into uniform thin slices (about 0.3cm thick). ​Key step:​​ Immediately place the sliced lotus root into clean water mixed with about 5ml (1 tsp) of white vinegar. Soak for 5-10 minutes. This effectively prevents the lotus root from oxidizing and turning black, and improves crispness.
   • •Wash the celery hearts and cut into sections about 4cm long.
   • •Mince the garlic and ginger, finely chop the green onions, and julienne the red bell pepper. Set aside.
2. Blanching​ 🔥 (Optional but recommended for better texture)
   • •Bring a pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt and a few drops of oil.
   • •Blanch the celery sections for about 10 seconds, then immediately remove and transfer to ice water or cold boiled water to cool down. This maintains their bright green color and crispness.
   • •Drain the soaked lotus root slices, blanch in the boiling water for about 20 seconds until slightly translucent (par-cooked), then remove and cool down similarly. Drain thoroughly and set aside. Do not blanch for too long to avoid losing the crisp-tender texture.
3. Aromatics & Quick Stir-fry​ 🍳
   • •Heat the oil in a wok over medium heat. When the oil is warm (about 50% heat), add the Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry briefly over low heat until fragrant. Remove and discard the peppercorns (can be kept if you prefer a numbing taste).
   • •Turn the heat to medium, add the minced garlic, ginger, and part of the chopped green onions. Sauté until fragrant.
   • •Once fragrant, increase the heat to high. Quickly add the well-drained lotus root slices and celery sections. Toss and stir-fry vigorously for about 1 minute until evenly mixed.
4. Seasoning & Serving​ 🌟
   • •Pour the pre-mixed seasoning sauce (see ratios in Step 3) along the side of the wok.
   • •Continue to stir-fry quickly over high heat, allowing the sauce to evenly coat all ingredients.
   • •Once the sauce has thickened and reduced, add the remaining chopped green onions and red bell pepper juliennes for garnish. Give a quick final stir, then turn off the heat and serve.
5. Serving Suggestion​ 🍽️
   • •Serve immediately while hot for the best taste, fully enjoying the crispness of the lotus root and the freshness of the celery.
   • •This dish pairs very well with rice or can be served as a side dish with drinks.

III. Seasoning Ratio & Nutritional Information

Precise seasoning ratios are the core flavor of this dish, and understanding its nutritional content helps with healthy meal planning.

​Seasoning Ratio Table (Precise to Grams)​​