Directions

To Prep

1. Place all the ingredients for the pork filling except water in a mixing bowl.
2. Stir in the water slowly while mixing the pork with a pair of chopsticks.
3. Once water is absorbed into the mixture, use a spatula and mix until the mixture is well combined. Set aside.
4. Slice lotus root into 4-5mm thick pieces (ending up with roughly 20 pieces).
5. Spread a big tablespoon of pork mixture onto one slice of lotus root and press another slice of lotus root over to sandwich the pork mixture. Set aside and repeat process with the rest of the lotus roots.

To Make

1. Heat up oil in a medium saucepan to 180°C.
2. Place all purpose flour, corn flour and five spice powder into a bowl.
3. Add in water and beer and mix until you a thin batter forms.
4. Dip lotus root sandwich in to coat thinly.
5. Immediately fry in oil for 8-10 mins under medium heat until slightly golden.
6. Cool on cooling rack and repeat with the remaining lotus root sandwiches.
7. Increase oil temperature to 190°C and refry the lotus root sandwiches for 3-4 mins until golden and crispy. Drain away excess oil and serve.