Qixi Honey Lotus Root – A Sweet Dessert of Love and Togetherness

The Qixi Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, is a celebration of love and connection. One of the most symbolic and heartwarming desserts for this occasion is Honey Lotus Root with Glutinous Rice (七夕蜜藕). Each lotus root hole is carefully filled with sticky rice, then simmered slowly in a syrup made from Ship Brand Brown Sugar and Crystal Rock Sugar. The result is a dessert that’s not only delicious but also rich with cultural meaning — “lotus roots that break but remain connected by threads” (藕断丝连), symbolizing eternal love and unbroken bonds.

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Why You’ll Love Qixi Honey Lotus Root

• Romantic Symbolism – The sticky rice filling and sugar threads represent love, fertility, and togetherness.

• Natural Sweetness – Made with Ship Brand Brown Sugar for depth and Crystal Rock Sugar for clarity.

• Slow-Cooked Perfection – The lotus root absorbs the syrup, creating a tender and fragrant texture.

• Festive Tradition – A dessert that embodies the spirit of Qixi Festival and family celebrations.

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Ingredients

• 1 large lotus root

• 100g glutinous rice (soaked for 2 hours)

• 40g Ship Brand Brown Sugar

• 40g Ship Brand Crystal Rock Sugar

• 800ml water

• A few dried osmanthus flowers (optional, for garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the lotus root
Wash and peel the lotus root. Slice off one end, and carefully stuff each hole with soaked glutinous rice. Seal with toothpicks.

2. Simmer with sugars
Place the lotus root into a pot. Add water, Brown Sugar, and Crystal Rock Sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently.

3. Slow cook until tender
Cook for about 1.5–2 hours until the lotus root is fully tender and the syrup thickens.

4. Slice and serve
Remove and cool slightly. Slice into rounds to reveal the beautiful glutinous rice filling. Drizzle with extra syrup and garnish with osmanthus flowers if desired.

Tips for the Best Honey Lotus Root

• Make sure to soak the glutinous rice beforehand for even cooking.

• Cook slowly on low heat so the lotus root absorbs the syrup fully.

• Use both brown sugar and rock sugar for balanced flavor — richness plus clarity.

A Dessert of Love for Qixi

This Qixi Honey Lotus Root is more than just a dessert — it’s a symbol of love, family, and tradition. With Ship Brand Brown Sugar and Crystal Rock Sugar, every bite is sweet, fragrant, and full of cultural meaning. Serve it at Qixi Festival, family gatherings, or any special moment you want to celebrate love and togetherness.

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