Lotus root, the edible rhizome of the lotus plant. It has a characteristic tubular section with holes and is used in Japanese cuisine (simmered, tempura, kinpira, etc.).
今日の夕食はれんこんのきんぴらにしよう。
Let's have kinpira lotus root for tonight's dinner.
れんこんはシャキシャキした食感が特徴だ。
Lotus root is characterized by its crunchy texture.
蓮根は酢と一緒に調理すると色がきれいに保てる。
If you cook lotus root with vinegar, its color stays nice.