Microwave Lotus Root Chips (15-Minute Recipe)
Crispy 100% Natural Lotus Root Snacks! Make Delicious Lotus Root Chips in 15 Minutes with Your Microwave
Enjoy a delightful cooking session with your family on a lazy weekend afternoon! With just one lotus root and a microwave, you can create wonderful lotus root chips without any oil in only 15 minutes. These 100% natural vegetable snacks are loved by everyone, from 24-month-old babies to husbands, and are a perfect healthy option for dieting. The process of skewering the lotus root onto chopsticks for shaping will be a fun activity for children. Make them easily and share the joy with your whole family!
Main Ingredients
- 1 Lotus root
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash Thoroughly: Prepare one fresh lotus root. Using a scrub brush, wash the entire lotus root, including the skin, to remove any dirt or debris. Leaving the skin on will result in a healthier and nuttier flavor.
Step 2
Slice Thinly: Slice the washed lotus root as thinly as possible. The thinner the slices, the crispier the chips will be. Using a knife or mandoline slicer to cut them to a uniform thickness will help them cook evenly.
Step 3
Shape and Arrange for Microwave: Use wooden chopsticks to skewer each end of the sliced lotus root pieces. Arrange the skewered lotus root pieces across a microwave-safe plate or dish. Ensure there is enough space between each slice so they don’t overlap; this allows air to circulate, ensuring even cooking and crispiness. Overlapping slices can lead to sogginess, so be mindful of this.
Step 4
Microwave Cooking: Place the dish with the arranged lotus root into the microwave. Cook for 5 minutes, then repeat two more times, for a total of 15 minutes. You can check the lotus root’s condition in between cooking cycles and adjust the time as needed. If they are not yet crispy after 15 minutes, microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Cool and Dry: Carefully remove the hot lotus root chips from the microwave. Spread them out on a wide tray or cooling rack and let them cool for 1-2 minutes to allow any remaining moisture to evaporate. This step will enhance their crispiness. Once completely cooled, store them in an airtight container to maintain their crunchiness for several days.
