Lotus Root Stir-Fry (炒藕片)

Ingredients

• 1 medium lotus root
• 1 medium bell peppers
• 1 medium carrots
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   Clean the lotus root under running water. Peel the skin off and slice it into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch thick).

2. 2

   Soak the lotus root slices in a bowl of water with a little vinegar for about 10 minutes to prevent browning.

3. 3

   While the lotus root is soaking, slice the bell pepper and carrot into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger.

4. 4

   Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. 6

   Drain the lotus root slices and add them to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they start to become tender.

7. 7

   Add the sliced bell pepper and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

8. 8

   Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 cup of water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

9. 9

   Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

10. 10

    Remove from heat, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

11. 11

    Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.