By Smriti Dey
July 31, 2024
Not only lotus seeds and stems but also leaves and flowers are edible. The lotus flower is also known as the sacred flower because each of its edible parts contributes to society, increasing the community's well-being, just like tulsi. Know more.
This crunchy part of the lotus plant. It can be enjoyed in stir-fries, soups, pickles, or as a crispy snack. It has a slightly sweet and nutty flavour.
It is the most common ingredient. Seeds are packed with nutrients with a great, delightful taste. Enjoy them roasted as a snack or garnish pastries and desserts.
Young flowers are edible, too. You can brew it into tea or use it as a garnish.
It's perfect for stir-fries and soups, offering a subtle, watery flavour like okra but better.
You can make tasty dishes by wrapping food in lotus leaves for steaming. Dried lotus leaves can also be brewed into a fragrant tea or eaten with the same recipe as cactus leaves.