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Gochujang-Style Stuffed Lotus Root

A recipe from South Korea.

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Gochujang-Style Stuffed Lotus Root

Nutrition (per serving)

460Calories
22 gProtein
30 gCarbs
20 gFat
7 gSugar
1300 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 1 large Lotus root
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp Ginger
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 1 tsp Korean chili flakes
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Method

  1. Heat sesame oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes, then add garlic and ginger and cook stirring occasionally until fragrant, 30 seconds.
  2. Add gochujang and cook stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly darkened.
  3. Add soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar and black pepper, and cook stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  4. Cut the lotus root into 1-inch pieces and add to the skillet, stirring to coat with the sauce.
  5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the lotus root is tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Stir in Korean chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  7. Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.

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