Lotus seeds

Lotus seeds are a nutritious natural product, taken from lotus flowers. With a sweet taste and unique aroma, lotus seeds are not only a delicious snack but also an important ingredient in many traditional dishes and remedies. The product can be used in sweet soups, soups, or eaten directly, bringing many health benefits such as improving sleep, enhancing memory and supporting digestion.

Lotus seeds – A precious gift from nature

Lotus seeds are compared to the “lotus heart”, which is the seed inside the lotus fruit, containing many great health values. Lotus seeds are not only a familiar culinary ingredient but also contain great nutritional and medicinal values, considered “treasures of Oriental medicine”.

Origin and origin of Lotus seeds 

Lotus seeds originate from Asia, commonly grown in countries such as Vietnam, China, India,… Lotus seeds are harvested from the lotus plant, an aquatic plant with strong vitality, rising from the mud to radiate an elegant fragrance and bring precious lotus seeds. Lotus plants are often grown in ponds, lakes and swamps. When the lotus fruit is ripe, people will harvest it and get the seeds inside.

Characteristics of Lotus seeds 

Lotus seeds have an oval shape, a hard brown shell, and a fleshy ivory-white kernel inside. Lotus seed size can vary depending on the type of lotus and growing conditions. Lotus seeds have a mild sweet taste, are neutral, non-toxic, and are suitable for all ages.

Nutritional composition of Lotus seeds 

Lotus seeds are a rich nutritional treasure, containing many vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients for the body such as: protein, fiber, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamins B1, B2, B6,… The amount of calories in lotus seeds is relatively low, only about 185 calories/100g, suitable for people who are on a diet or want to lose weight. Lotus seeds also contain many essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own.

Benefits of Lotus seeds 

1. Culinary benefits of Lotus seeds

• Easy to prepare: Lotus seeds can be processed into many delicious and nutritious dishes such as lotus seed sweet soup, lotus seed porridge, lotus seed soup, lotus seed sticky rice, lotus seed mooncake,…
• Diverse combinations: Lotus seeds can be combined with many different ingredients to create new and unique flavors.
• Enhance flavor: Lotus seeds can help add flavor and richness to dishes.

2. Health benefits of Lotus seeds 

• Supports the digestive system: Lotus seeds contain a lot of fiber, which helps stimulate the digestive system to function effectively, support digestion and prevent constipation.
• Good for the heart: Lotus seeds have a sedative effect, lower blood pressure, regulate heart rate, help protect the heart and prevent dangerous cardiovascular diseases.
• Strengthen the immune system: Lotus seeds contain many vitamins and minerals, helping to strengthen the immune system and improve the body’s resistance to fight diseases.
• Skin beautification and anti-aging: Lotus seeds contain lots of vitamin E and antioxidants, which help smooth skin, reduce wrinkles, and effectively fight aging.
• Sedative, reduces stress: Lotus seeds have calming properties, help sedate, reduce stress, anxiety, and support good sleep.

How to use Lotus seeds 

Preliminary processing of Lotus seeds

Fresh lotus seeds: Wash lotus seeds with water, remove impurities and mud. Then, peel the lotus seeds and get the white kernel inside. If you want to use lotus heart (lotus heart), you need to remove the black center inside.

Dried lotus seeds: Soak dried lotus seeds in warm water for about 4-6 hours until soft. Then, take it out, wash it and let it drain.

Processing dishes of Lotus seeds 

Lotus seed sweet soup: Put the processed lotus seeds in the pot, add water and rock sugar, longan, red apple, black sticky rice,… and cook. Cook until the lotus seeds are soft and the tea has a sweet taste, then turn off the stove.

Lotus seed porridge: Roast the prepared lotus seeds with a little salt. Put the lotus seeds in the pot, add water and rice and cook. Cook until the lotus seeds are soft and the porridge thickens, then turn off the stove. Tasting spices to taste.

Lotus seed soup: Stir-fry the prepared lotus seeds with fried onions. Put lotus seeds in the pot, add chicken or crab broth, shiitake mushrooms,… and cook. Cook until the lotus seeds are soft and the soup has a sweet taste, then turn off the stove. 

Lotus seed sticky rice: Wash sticky rice and soak overnight. Mix sticky rice with processed lotus seeds, salt, and a little cooking oil. Put the mixture in the steamer until cooked. When the sticky rice is cooked, fluff it up and enjoy.

Mooncake filled with lotus seeds: Mix pre-processed lotus seeds with pumpkin jam, sausage,… and sugar. Shape the filling mixture into balls. Make the mooncake shell and bake it.

Using Lotus seeds in medicine

Fresh lotus seeds: Make tea or decoct to treat diseases such as diarrhea, anemia, physical weakness,…

Lotus heart: Make a tea or decoction to calm the mind, lower blood pressure, and treat insomnia.

Lotus leaves: Make medicine or boil in bath water to clear heat, detoxify, and treat diseases such as diarrhea and dysentery.

Lotus seeds are not only a nutritious food but also a precious gift from nature. Lotus seeds bring many benefits to health and beauty, contributing to improving the quality of human life. Add lotus seeds to your daily diet to enjoy the wonderful benefits it brings.

Address to buy Lotus seeds

– Address: 5th Floor, Diamond Flower Tower, Nhan Chinh Ward, Thanh Xuan District. Hanoi City

– Phone: 0243 362 6666

– Email: kienlong.xnk@gmail.com

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