When do lotus roots generally mature and hit the market?

Lotus root is what northerners call it, because it is used to make dishes; southerners call it lotus root. Lotus root tastes very good and is rich in nutrients, and many people love to eat it. So when does lotus root mature?

1. When does lotus root mature

Lotus root generally begins to mature in July and starts to be sold in large quantities on the market in August. Different varieties mature at different times, so this should be determined according to the actual variety.

2. The benefits of lotus root

Lotus root contains a variety of nutrients as well as asparagine, amino acids, trigonelline, casein amino acids, sucrose, glucose and so on. It contains 20% carbohydrate substances and is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron and various vitamins. It can be cooked as a dish on its own or used as an ingredient in other dishes. Such as lotus root meatballs, lotus root sausage, shrimp paste lotus root dumplings, crispy fried shredded lotus root, fried lotus root crab, stewed lotus root soup, fresh lotus root stewed pork ribs, cold dressed lotus root slices and so on are all homestyle dishes that go well with wine and rice and are widely praised.

Lotus root can also be made into refreshing, heat-relieving drinks such as pure lotus root juice, lotus root honey juice, lotus root ginger juice, lotus root grape juice and lotus root pear juice.

Lotus root can also be processed into lotus root powder, candied fruit and sugar slices, which are good tonics for the elderly, children, women and patients.

Lotus root also has medicinal value. Eaten raw, it can clear heat and moisten the lungs, cool the blood and promote blood circulation; eaten cooked, it can strengthen the spleen and stimulate the appetite, stop diarrhea and preserve essence. The elderly who often eat lotus root can regulate the stomach and stimulate the appetite, enrich the blood and replenish the marrow, calm the mind and strengthen the brain, and it has the effect of prolonging life.

Lotus root is rich in nutrients and also has the noble quality of emerging unstained from the mud, and has been deeply loved by people since ancient times.