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Konjac and Lotus Root Simmered Dish

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Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 30 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Main

    • 200g ground chicken
    • 1 large lotus root (about 250g)
    • 1 bag konjac (about 180g)

  • Seasoning

    • 1 tsp ginger juice
    • 🧂 1 tsp salt for konjac boiling
    • 🧂 2/3 tsp salt for simmering
    • 1 tbsp salad oil
    • 2 tbsp sake
    • 2 tbsp mirin
    • 1 tsp soy sauce
    • đź’§ 1 2/3 cups water

  • Thickening

    • 1 1/2 tbsp potato starch
    • đź’§ 3 tbsp water

STEPS

1

Boil konjac in water with 1 tsp salt for 5 minutes to remove odor, then drain.

2

Peel and slice the lotus root into bite-sized pieces.

3

Heat 1 tbsp salad oil in a pan and sauté ground chicken until cooked through.

4

Add lotus root and konjac to the pan, then stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.

5

Pour in water, sake, mirin, soy sauce, and 2/3 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

6

Mix potato starch and water to create a slurry, then slowly add to the pan while stirring to thicken the sauce.

7

Serve warm as a side or main dish.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

180

Calories

  • 20g
    Protein
  • 15g
    Carbs
  • 5g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use fresh lotus root for better texture.Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.This dish pairs well with steamed rice or miso soup.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.