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Sweet Marinated Lotus Roots

Ingredients

14 oz (400 g) fresh lotus roots
7 tbsp (100 g) granulated sugar
1/4 tsp green preserved plum, shredded (substitute candied green cherry)
1/4 tsp red preserved plum, shredded (substitute candied red cherry)

• Wash and peel the lotus roots. Remove the joints and cut into 1/4 inch (1/2 cm) slices.
  
  
• Blanch in boiling water for 1 minute, rinse under cold water and drain well. Place on a serving dish and sprinkle with the sugar and the preserved plums or cherries.

  Note:This easily-prepared dish of crunchy lotus roots is a popular summer refreshment.