New Sichuan-Themed Menu
Bangalore, India — The Lotus Oriental, the Pan-Asian restaurant at The Leela Bhartiya City, is unveiling a new Sichuan-themed menu called “A Symphony of Flavors.” Available every Friday through Sunday, this menu showcases the bold and spicy flavors characteristic of Sichuan cuisine.
Sichuan Cuisine: A Culinary Tradition
Sichuan cuisine hails from China’s southwestern Sichuan province and is celebrated for its intense flavors, particularly the Málà wei—a unique blend of Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies. This combination creates a distinctive taste that is both numbing and spicy.
Menu Highlights
Vegetarian Options:
- Wood Ear Mushroom Soup – A flavorful and aromatic soup featuring wood ear mushrooms.
- Pan-Fried Mock Meat Bao – Steamed buns filled with pan-fried mock meat.
- Mapo Tofu – A classic Sichuan dish with tofu in a spicy, savory sauce.
Non-Vegetarian Options:
- Xi-Hu Prawn Soup – A rich and flavorful prawn soup with Sichuan spices.
- Crispy Fried Fish with Sichuan Pepper – Crispy fish served with a spicy Sichuan peppercorn coating.
- Devil XO Chicken – A fiery chicken dish with a bold XO sauce.
Experience Authentic Sichuan Flavors
Lotus Oriental brings the essence of Sichuan cuisine to Bangalore with this new five-course menu, designed to appeal to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diners.