Ingredients for Lotus Root Patty Curry Rice:
– Fresh lotus root: 3 sections
– Minced pork belly: 200g
– Large onion: 1
– BonCurry curry block: 1.5 pieces
– Light soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
– Oyster sauce: 1 tablespoon
– Raw egg: 1
– Cooking oil: 1 tablespoon
– Baby bok choy: 4 stalks
– Rice: 250g
Instructions for Lotus Root Patty Curry Rice:
1. Rinse the rice thoroughly.
2. Steam the rice in an electric pressure cooker and set aside.
3. Prepare the main ingredients: lotus root, onion, minced meat, and BonCurry curry.
4. Wash the baby bok choy and set aside.
5. Chop the onion and lotus root finely.
6. Add raw egg, light soy sauce, and oyster sauce to the minced meat. Mix vigorously in one direction until well combined.
7. Incorporate the chopped onion and mix evenly.
8. Add the chopped lotus root and blend thoroughly.
9. Crush one piece of BonCurry curry using a blender or dissolve it in hot water.
10. Mix the crushed curry into the meat mixture to enhance flavor.
11. Preheat a grill pan, brush with a thin layer of oil, and spoon the meat-lotus root mixture onto the surface, leaving space between portions.
12. Cook both sides simultaneously for a few minutes until fully done, releasing a rich curry aroma.
13. Complete frying all patties.
14. Heat oil in a wok, sauté whole baby bok choy with the remaining half curry block over high heat.
15. Remove and plate the bok choy.
16. Place a bowl of steamed rice upside down on a plate.
17. Arrange the lotus root patties and sautéed bok choy on either side. Use the curry sauce to mix with the rice.
18. The delicious and aromatic lotus root patty curry rice is ready.
19. Enjoy this delightful lunch!
Cooking Tips for Lotus Root Patty Curry Rice:
Mixing BonCurry curry with minced meat removes any unpleasant odors while adding fragrance and umami flavor. Every dish requires skill—explore more Southeast Asian recipes by searching for ‘Southeast Asian cuisine’ to discover my cooking tips!
