LOTUS ROOT
LOTUS ROOT
Introduction
Origin
Properties
Consumption
Conservation
Introduction
It is an edible tuber that is found submerged in lakes and ponds, which constitute its natural habitat. Its anatomy is made up of cavities and its flavor is slightly sweet.
Origin
It has been cultivated in Asia for thousands of years.
Properties
Its main components are starch, proteins, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
It is used as a diuretic, expectorant, healer of digestive disorders, sedative and invigorating cardiorespiratory function, regulating blood pressure and helping to prevent bleeding.
Consumption
It can be consumed both raw and cooked using different cooking methods, whether boiled, roasted, fried, in soups, stir-fries...
It is usually presented for consumption in slices to enhance its attractive appearance, its crunchy texture being ideal for combining in fatty dishes in order to balance them.
Conservation
Like any other tuber.
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Nutritional and energetic values for 100 gr.
Nutritional and energetic values for 100 gr.