Instructions: 1. Bring water to a boil; stir in baking soda. Then pour over lotus seeds and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Rub lotus seeds with fingers to husk; rinse and drain.

3. Bring remaining water to a boil; then stir in sugar to dissolve. Add lotus seeds and simmer, covered, 1 hour.

4. Beat eggs lightly. Gradually stir into mixture and remove from heat at once. Serve hot, in small bowls.

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