I fell in love with how lotus root is used in Kashmiri cooking and this preparation in particular stood out. It is a popular street food in the region and I love how satisfying the crispy texture is.

When Kinn’s chef and co-owner Kiyong “Ki” Kim took a several-week trip to his native South Korea earlier this year, he reconnected with his roots partly by hunting for ingredients. He shopped at Seoul ...

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Wondering how this aquatic plant can be beneficial for your overall health? Here are five reasons to eat Lotus Root or Kamal Kakdi: Other health benefits of adding Lotus roots to your diet include ...