Do you need to peel the lotus root?

Lotus root is a common home-cooked food. It is also a food with a crisp taste and high nutritional value. When eating lotus root, many people have a question, that is, whether to peel the lotus root. In fact, it is best to peel the lotus root before eating it, which can greatly improve the taste of the lotus root. There are many ways to cook lotus root, and lotus root and pork ribs soup is one of them. Next, I will introduce you to some relevant knowledge about lotus root!

1. Do lotus roots need to be peeled?

Lotus root usually needs to be peeled before it can be eaten. The skin of lotus root cannot be eaten because it is relatively thick and tastes bad when eaten. Therefore, it is best to remove the skin. You should also be careful when cleaning lotus roots, because lotus roots have gaps and their two ends are connected to the outside world, so there will be mud in the gaps inside the lotus roots. When cleaning, be sure to clean the mud inside and rinse it directly under the water pipe. Only in this way will it be relatively clean.

2. How to peel lotus root

First soak the lotus root with clean water, and then rub it with a wire cleaning ball. Not only is it quick and thin, it can also remove the skin in the small depressions while maintaining its original complete shape, which is both white and round. If you use a peeler, the small pits will be difficult to scrape clean. Once the lotus root is cut and peeled, it will turn brown when exposed to air. The reason for the discoloration is due to oxidation, in which the phenols in the tannins produce quinone polymers to form brown pigment, also known as melanin. To prevent discoloration, soak the peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in clean water or light salt water to isolate them from the air and prevent oxidation and discoloration. In addition, another reason for the discoloration of tannins is the formation of dark-colored tannin salts when they react with metals. For example, they turn blue or dark green when they come into contact with iron. It is for these reasons that when cooking lotus root, you should avoid using an iron pot and use a casserole instead; when cutting lotus root, it is best to use a stainless steel knife.

3. How to make lotus root and pork ribs soup

Ingredients: pork ribs, carrots, lotus root, salt, ginger, cooking wine

practice:

1. Wash the ribs, chop them into pieces, blanch them, and then rinse them;

2. Add appropriate amount of water to the pot, add the blanched ribs, ginger slices and a small amount of cooking wine;

3. Cut carrots into rolling blades and cut lotus roots into large pieces;

4. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat;

5. Cook until the ribs are soft, then add lotus root and carrot cubes.