Honey-glazed glutinous rice lotus root

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Select lotus roots of suitable size, preferably straight ones, wash and peel them, and set aside.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Cut open one end of the lotus root, as shown in the picture. Try to cut it at an angle to get a larger cross-sectional area.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Soak glutinous rice in water for four hours, until it softens.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Stuff the soaked glutinous rice into the lotus root, pressing it firmly with chopsticks. Then secure it with toothpicks. Place it in a pot, add water to submerge the lotus root, and add brown sugar and rock sugar.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add red dates and raisins to the pot.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Simmer over low heat until the lotus root is soft and the glutinous rice is sticky. It will take a long time to cook. Slice and arrange on a plate, drizzle with honey and sugar syrup. That's it!