World Flavors Cookbook

Kinpira Gobo (Braised Burdock and Carrot)

A traditional Japanese side dish of shredded burdock root and carrot stir-fried and simmered in a sweet soy glaze with a hint of chili.

Cuisine: Japan

Ingredients

• 1 burdock root, julienned
• 1 carrot, shredded
• Sesame oil
• Soy sauce, sugar, mirin
• Red chili flakes, toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Stir-fry burdock and carrot in sesame oil.
2. Add seasonings and a little water; cook until liquid is gone.
3. Top with chili flakes and sesame seeds.