Korean Vegan Crisps: Lotus Root

Bugak is a traditional vegan dish that originated from Korean royal court cuisine. It consists of sliced vegetables and seaweed coated in glutinous rice paste and then dried, allowing the ingredients to be preserved for extended periods of time. This was a clever way to enjoy fresh ingredients during the winter when food was scarce.

Lotus root is commonly used in East Asian cuisine and is typically sliced thin before being fried. Through the process of drying and frying, the root's natural stickiness is eliminated, resulting in a delightful crispy snack for anyone to enjoy.

Ingredients: lotus roots, rice bran oil, glutinous rice, non-glutinous rice, potato starch, sugar, sea salt, garlic powder, ginger powder