When to use lotus root in Korean

When to use it

Lotus root (연근) is a vegetable that comes from the lotus plant and is used in many dishes. It is often sliced and cooked in side dishes, soup, or stir-fried food. It has a mild taste and a crunchy texture.

Example sentences

1. 엄마가 연근조림을 만들어요.

   Mom makes braised lotus root.

2. 급식에 연근 반찬이 나왔어요.

   A lotus root side dish was served in the school lunch.

3. 시장에서 연근을 샀어요.

   I bought lotus root at the market.

4. 이 식당의 연근튀김은 맛있어요.

   The lotus root fries at this restaurant are delicious.

5. 여행 중에 연근국을 먹었어요.

   I ate lotus root soup during the trip.

6. 저는 아삭한 연근을 좋아해요.

   I like crunchy lotus root.