How to make delicious pork ribs and lotus roots: the secret of the most popular recipes on the Internet
In the past 10 days, the combination of pork ribs and lotus roots has become a hot topic in the food circle. Especially during the autumn tonic season, this dish has attracted much attention because of its rich nutrition and delicious taste. This article will combine the popular methods on the Internet to present you the classic cooking methods of pork ribs and lotus roots, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Top 3 most popular recipes for pork ribs and lotus root soup on the Internet

| Ranking | Practice name | core points | heat index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hubei Lotus Root Pork Ribs Soup | Use pink lotus root and stir-fry the pork ribs to remove the fishy smell. | ★★★★★ |
| 2 | Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs and Lotus Root Slices | Fried first and then stir-fried, sweet and sour taste | ★★★★☆ |
| 3 | Spicy lotus root braised pork ribs | Add bean paste, spicy and delicious | ★★★☆☆ |
2. Key ingredient selection guide
| Ingredients | Key points for purchasing | Recommended varieties |
|---|---|---|
| Spare ribs | The meat is pink and the fat is evenly distributed. | Ribs or steaks in soup |
| lotus root | No damage to the surface, thick and short joints | Hubei pink lotus root (stewed soup)/Jiangsu crispy lotus root (fried) |
3. Detailed explanation of classic methods
1. Hubei lotus root and pork ribs soup (most popular recipe)
① Soak the ribs in cold water for 1 hour to remove the blood
② Peel the lotus root, cut into pieces, soak in salt water to prevent oxidation
③ Stir-fry the spareribs until slightly brown, add ginger slices and cooking wine to remove the fishy smell
④ Transfer to a casserole, add water and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 1 hour
⑤ Add lotus root cubes and continue to simmer for 40 minutes, then add salt to taste
2. Innovative method: steamed pork ribs with honey lotus root
① Marinate the ribs with light soy sauce and oyster sauce for 30 minutes
② Cut the lotus root into thin slices and place on top of the ribs
③ Pour honey water (diluted 1:1)
④ Steam for 25 minutes, sprinkle with chopped green onion and serve
4. Comparison of popular seasoning plans across the Internet
| Flavor type | core seasoning | Applicable practices | Hot trends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional savory | salt, white pepper | stew | stable |
| sweet and sour taste | ketchup, sugar | Braised in soy sauce | rise |
| spicy flavor | Bean paste, dried chili pepper | dry pot | new high |
5. Cooking Tips
1.The key to removing fishy smell: When blanching the ribs in cold water, adding a little white vinegar will give the best effect.
2.Lotus root does not turn black: Soak in light salt water immediately after cutting, or add a few drops of lemon juice
3.save time: Use a pressure cooker to reduce total cooking time to 40 minutes
4.Flavor Tips: When stewing the soup, add 1 star anise and sprinkle a little white pepper before serving.
6. Nutritional matching suggestions
According to nutritionist recommendations, pork ribs and lotus root soup can be paired with:
• White radish (enhances digestion)
• Corn (increases dietary fiber)
• Wolfberry (nourishes liver and kidneys)
Note: For people with high uric acid, it is recommended to reduce the amount of pork ribs and increase the proportion of lotus roots.
Conclusion:The combination of pork ribs and lotus root is both traditional and innovative. Judging from the popularity on the Internet, Hubei stew soup is still the mainstream, but innovative flavors such as sweet and sour, spicy and so on are growing rapidly. It is recommended to choose the appropriate method according to seasonal changes (it is better to stew soup in autumn and winter, and stir-fry in spring and summer) and personal taste.
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