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Hunan · THE FOOD GUIDE

Lotus seeds in rock-sugar soup

冰糖湘莲

Bīngtáng xiānglián

Pale lotus seeds served in a light sweet soup.

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Soft lotus seeds in a mild sweet soup are spoonable and easy to share in a small cooled serving.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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Sweet.

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Texture
Soft, starchy seeds.

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