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Nadru

Nelumbo nucifera Allergen-Free
Nadru

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Nelumbonaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Kashmiri, East Asian, South Asian
  • Seasonality Fall, Winter
  • Source Lotus plant (Nelumbo nucifera)

¿Qué es Nadru?

The edible rhizome (stem) of the lotus plant, popular in Kashmiri cuisine, known for its crisp texture and mild, slightly sweet, and earthy flavor.

¿A qué sabe Nadru?

Nadru tiene un sabor mild, earthy, starchy, slightly sweet, nutty con aromas subtle earthy, fresh.

Taste
Mild, Earthy, Starchy, Slightly Sweet, Nutty
Texture
Crisp (raw/lightly cooked), Tender (long cooked), Fibrous
Aroma
Subtle Earthy, Fresh
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 80g
Calories74 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.5 g
Total Carbohydrate16 g
Dietary Fiber4.9 g
Total Sugars0.9 g
Calcium45 mg
Iron0.9 mg
Potassium550 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To prevent discoloration after slicing, immediately soak nadru in acidulated water (water with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice). This helps maintain its light color.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Nadru

El mejor sustituto para Nadru es Water Chestnuts, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Offers a similar crisp, refreshing texture in stir-fries and salads.

Sustitutos para Nadru con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Water Chestnuts Mejor 1:1 Offers a similar crisp, refreshing texture in stir-fries and salads.
Jicama 1:1 Provides a crisp, slightly sweet, starchy texture, great raw or lightly cooked.
Daikon Radish 1:1 Crunchy texture, though with a more pungent, peppery flavor profile.
Potato (for stewing) 1:1 For stews, provides starchy bulk but lacks the distinct lotus texture.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Nadru

  1. Look for firm, heavy roots without soft spots or discoloration.
  2. Peel before use.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Nadru?

  • Curries
  • stir-fries
  • stews
  • salads
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • soy sauce
  • various spices.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Nadru?

Mild, Earthy, Starchy, Slightly Sweet, Nutty Subtle Earthy, Fresh

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Nadru?

El mejor sustituto es Water Chestnuts (1:1). Offers a similar crisp, refreshing texture in stir-fries and salads.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Nadru?

Look for firm, heavy roots without soft spots or discoloration. Peel before use.

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