Lotus Stem Pickle

First of all, peel the washed lotus stem with the help of peeler

Now, cut it into slices

Wash these slices thoroughly

Now boil lotus stem slices till little tender

Make it sure that the lotus stem will not become very soft

Now take out the slices from water and spread on a cloth

Let the slices dry for 1 hour in air

Moist slices can ruin your pickle

Put vegetable oil in a pan and heat till smoke

When smoke starts to come out, switch off the flame and let the oil cool

When oil cools down till Lukewarm stage, mix all the spices in lotus stem slices and pour the oil

Mix it well

Fill it in a dry jar after 2 hours

Your lotus stem pickle will become ready to eat in 2 to 3 days