Southeast Asian

Saffron and Cardamom Crispy Fried Lotus Seeds

Name: Saffron and Cardamom Crispy Fried Lotus Seeds
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients: 100g lotus seeds; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 cup water; oil for frying; 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1/2 tsp saffron threads (soaked in 1/2 tbsp warm water)

An exotic and fragrant twist with saffron threads and ground cardamom.

42 minutes4 servings

Method

Before frying, mix cardamom into the flour mixture. After soaking saffron, add the water to the batter.
Soak lotus seeds in water for 2-3 hours.
Drain and mix with flour, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin.
Gradually add water to form a thick batter.
Heat oil in a pan, and deep-fry the lotus seeds until golden brown.

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