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Drain lotus seeds. Remove and discard the
bitter embryos in the centre of the seeds with a toothpick. Rinse lotus
seeds.
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Bring water to the boil with rock sugar
until sugar is completely melted.
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Add lotus seeds and cook for another 5
minutes.
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Remove from heat and leave to cool. Stir
in vanilla powder.
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Stir agar-agar powder into water then
bring to the boil for 10 minutes. Pour into a container then leave to
cool before chilling in the refrigerator.
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When agar-agar is completely set, cut into
thin strips.
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Put agar-agar into lotus seed soup.
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Ladle into individual bowls and serve
topped with shaved ice.