Can lotus root and kelp be cooked together?

Lotus root is a kind of vegetable that many people like to eat. It is very effective in regulating the body. Lotus root and kelp can be put together to make soup. First of all, it has a certain effect of promoting lactation and has a good effect in promoting milk secretion. It is appropriate for postpartum women to drink some. Its method is also relatively simple. Let us learn about this aspect below.

Can lotus root and kelp be cooked together?

Yes, lotus root has a good effect on lactation, and kelp is also an excellent food ingredient. Regular consumption can prevent heart disease. Lotus root, kelp and pork ribs soup is not only sweet and delicious, fragrant and not greasy, but also has the effects of clearing heat and cooling blood, nourishing blood and regenerating muscles, replenishing the middle and nourishing the spirit, and increasing energy and strength when consumed regularly.

Lotus root, kelp and bone soup recipe:

Ingredients preparation: Wash the large bones, soak the dried kelp and dried mushrooms in cold water the night before, and cut the soaked kelp into shreds. Note: Wash and soak the mushrooms, and stew the soaking water together with the soup to make the soup more fragrant. Wash the large bones, put them in cold water, and cook for another 5 minutes after the water boils. Note: There will be blood foam after the water boils. Use a spoon to scoop out the blood foam while cooking. Remove the cooked bones and set aside.

Don't waste time blanching the large bones. Fill a casserole with water, add the chopped kelp, mushrooms (including the water used to soak the mushrooms), ginger slices, and scallions into the cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Note: Soak the kelp in cold water and put it in the casserole when the water is cold. Soak it in hot water and put it in the casserole when the water is hot. After the water in the casserole boils, add the blanched large bones, cover the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, and simmer over low heat for 1 hour. Peel the lotus root, wash it, cut it into dices and set aside. Stew the large bones for 1 hour, remove the lid, add the lotus root pieces, cover the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, and continue to simmer over low heat for half an hour. Note: If there is not enough soup in the pot, you can add some boiling water when putting the lotus root pieces. Generally, the amount of water should be enough to cover the ingredients. Add appropriate amount of salt before serving.

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