{"product_id":"crispy-lotus-root-shrimp-sandwich-bites","title":"Crispy Lotus Root Shrimp Sandwich bites","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e Recipe Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e1 medium lotus root (peeled and thinly sliced)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e200g shrimp paste (or finely minced raw shrimp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e2 tbsp grated carrot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e1\/2 tsp salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e1\/4 tsp ground white pepper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e1 tbsp starch (cornstarch or potato starch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e1 tbsp cooking oil (for frying)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003ePrepare the Lotus Root\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003ePeel and slice the lotus root into thin, even rounds. Soak the slices in lightly salted water for 10–15 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and set aside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eMake the Shrimp Filling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eIn a bowl, combine shrimp paste with grated carrot, salt, pepper, and starch. Mix until the filling becomes a sticky, smooth paste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eAssemble the Sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eTake two slices of lotus root and sandwich a small spoonful of shrimp mixture between them. Gently press to seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003ePan-Fry the Bites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eHeat a bit of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the filled lotus root sandwiches in the pan. Fry on both sides until golden brown and the shrimp filling is fully cooked (about 3–4 minutes per side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eServe Hot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003ePlate and serve immediately. Optionally garnish with chili powder or herbs for extra flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/6603\/7447\/files\/8_856e6e84-a6bb-40c5-a51b-8693687c7f3b.jpg?v=1752852807\" alt=\"Crispy Lotus Root Shrimp Sandwiches\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Recipe Online Viewable [Digital]","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45327229911239,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/6603\/7447\/files\/snapedit_1752852584108.jpg?v=1752852827","url":"https:\/\/rainbowfoodschool.com\/products\/crispy-lotus-root-shrimp-sandwich-bites","provider":"RainbowFoodSchool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}