For Osechi (New Year's Feast) Decorative Lotus Root Slices

1. 1

   Chop off the ends of the lotus root.

2. 2

   Peel off the skin.

3. 3

   Cut into easy to handle sections.

4. 4

   (If they are too thin, they will break when slicing, so they should be on the thick side.)

5. 5

   Make shallow cuts around the edge between the holes.

6. 6

   Using a knife, diagonally carve into the shallow cut from both sides.

7. 7

   Even out the sharp edges to make a flower shape.

8. 8

   Slice into desired thicknesses, then they're done!

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