Why does the lotus root powder come out in clumps? Is there any way to remedy the problem?

When making lotus root powder, sesame paste, kudzu root powder, etc., they often either cannot be dispersed, easily clump, or the color is wrong and not transparent. In this case, there is a problem with the brewing method or the water temperature. If you have questions in this regard, let's take a look.

Why does lotus root powder come out in clumps?

(1) If you brew the lotus root starch directly with boiling water, the lotus root starch will be in lumps. You need to mix it with cold water first and then pour it into boiling water to brew it. Remember this.

(2) When mixing the cold water and then pouring in the boiling water, pour the boiling water into the bowl quickly all at once and then stir immediately. If the boiling water is poured in too slowly or the stirring is not timely, small lumps will be produced.

Is there any way to remedy the problem of lotus root powder not being rinsed properly?

Problem 1: Lotus root starch is watery and not paste-like

Reason: The water temperature is not enough

Remedy: 1. Do not use water from a water dispenser; 2. Heat it in a microwave.

Problem 2: White paste

Reason: Insufficient boiling water

Remedy: Increase the amount of boiling water above 95C

Problem 3: White lumps

Reason: Lotus root starch precipitates and the boiling water is not enough

Remedy: First, stir and dissolve the lotus root powder with a small amount of warm water, then add enough boiling water.

Tips for brewing lotus root starch

method

1. Take 20g of lotus root powder, about one bottle cap, and make it level with the lid.

2. Pour in a small amount of cold water and mix thoroughly to form a very thick juice.

3. Heat the water until it boils and steam appears. This is 100℃ boiling water.

4. Quickly pour 180ml of boiling water into the bowl at once, then stir immediately until it becomes a transparent paste.

Tips:

1. You must use boiling water at 100°C. The hot water in the water dispenser and thermos is not hot enough.

2. It’s cold in winter, so you need to heat the bowl before making the tea.

3. If you only have a water dispenser, you can use the hot water at about 80°C from the water dispenser instead of boiling water. Finally, put it in the microwave and heat it on high heat for 1 minute.