Add steamed lotus seeds and bring to boil.

加入蒸熟的莲子、再次煮开。

Strain and wash the lotus seeds to remove the skin.

捞出莲子洗干净，去皮。

Cook lotus seeds for 5 minutes, remove the core.

将莲子放滚水内煮5分钟，取出去芯。

So instead, they plant lotus seeds on raised beds.

因此他们在升高的河床上种植莲子。

Add lye water into lotus seeds, mix well and leave aside for 20 minutes.

在莲子中加入碱水，混合均匀放置20分钟。