Xītóuwòbāliánpéng (×ītóuwòbāliánpéng), this sentence comes from a poem by Bai Juyi, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, which means lying down by the stream and peeling off lotus pods. Such a scene reminds people of the poet's quiet thoughts, and also reminds people of this beautiful and mysterious Xitou.
At the head of this stream, you can see the clear water, hear the melodious sound of flowing water, and feel the beauty of nature. In this Xitou, you can also try to peel the lotus pods and feel its deliciousness and fragrance.
Steps to peel lotus pods
Peeling lotus pods is a job that requires patience and skill. The following are the specific steps for peeling lotus pods:
1. Prepare lotus pods, Clean the lotus pods and remove dirt and impurities from the surface.
2. Put the lotus pods into the pot, add enough water, bring to a boil, then turn to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
3. Take out the cooked lotus seeds, rinse them with cold water and let them cool down.
4. Place the lotus pod on the cutting board and cut the lotus pod in half with a knife.
5. Squeeze out the lotus seeds with your hands and put them in a bowl for later use.
6. Cut the lotus pod shell into small pieces again with a knife and set aside.
7. Put the lotus pod shell into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
8. Take out the cooked fruit shells and rinse them with cold water to cool them down.
9. Place the fruit shell on the cutting board and cut the fruit shell into small pieces with a knife.
10. Mix the lotus seeds and husks together and put them in a bowl and set aside.
11. Put the mixed lotus seeds and fruit shells into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
12. Remove the cooked mixture and rinse it with cold water to cool it down.
13. Place the mixture on a cutting board and cut it into small pieces with a knife.
14. Place the cut mixture on a plate and enjoy.
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Lying and peeling lotus pods in Xitou is a way to enjoy the beauty of nature and a way to feel life. In this fast-paced society, we need to find some time for ourselves to feel the beauty of the world. The process of peeling lotus pods requires patience and skill, but it's all worth it when you taste its deliciousness and fragrance. Let us come to this Xitou together to feel the beauty of nature and the beauty of life.