Though most often found in Southeast Asia, the lotus plant can be purchased worldwide in pieces or whole. Its leaves, roots, petals, and seeds can be prepared and consumed in many ways to support your ...

How you cut and cook lotus root determines its texture. When deep-fried or simmered, it comes out somewhat crumbly; when grated and heated it becomes springy. But its true value emerges when ...

TSUCHIURA, Ibaraki Prefecture--Shochu made from lotus roots harvested in this city famed for its crop is coming to store shelves soon. The project is the brainchild of the city government ...