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Lotus Stem Stir Fry

Lotus Stem Stir Fry

Arpita Darooka
Vegan snack or a side with South Asian meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Global, Indian, South Asian
Servings 2 People

Ingredients
  

  • 200 Gms Lotus stems Peeled and sliced
  • 5-6 Pcs Curry leaves
  • 1 Tsp Jakhiya seeds (cleome viscosa) Or mustard and cumin seeds
  • 1/4 Tsp Asafoetida
  • 2 Tbsp Ground nut oil or any other cooking oil
  • 1/2 Tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 Tsp Red chilli powder
  • 1 Tsp Coriander powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Garam masala
  • 1 Tsp Lime juice
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Peel and slice lotus stems. Clean them thoroughly. Keep them in salted warm water for 5 mins so the dry mud can be cleaned from it. Pat dry on and with a kitchen towel.
  • Heat oil in a wok, add jakhiya seeds and let it splutter. Add curry leaves and asafoetida. Let it fry for 15 secs.
  • Add the lotus stems and stir fry it on medium high flame until it turns golden brown and crunchy. Takes about 10 mins.
  • Add all the dry spices and salt except garam masala. Cook it for another 2-3 mins.
  • Add garam masala and switch off the flame. Add lime juice and chopped cilantro.
    Enjoy!
Keyword Indian vegan, Lotus stem recipe, lotus stem stir fry, Vegan