Basic Burdock Kinpira Stir-fry Recipe

Name: Basic Burdock Kinpira Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Burdock; 1/2 medium Carrot; 1 Red chili pepper, sliced; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sake; 3 tbsp Mirin; 2 tsp Sugar; 2 tsp Dashi stock granules; 100 ml Water; 1/2 tbsp White sesame seeds; 1 Sesame oil

Servings: persons

1
Scrub the burdock to get rid of the dirt and then cut into 4-5 cm pieces.
2
Cut those pieces into strips (the size of a matchstick) and soak in water.
3
Peel the carrot and cut in the same manner as the burdock.
4
Thinly slice the chili pepper.
5
Put oil into a heated frying pan and cook the chili pepper.
6
Add the drained burdock and the carrot, and saute.
7
Once the vegetables have become tender, add the ingredients.
8
Turn down the heat to low and simmer until the liquid evaporates.
9
Lastly, add the white sesame seeds.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Burdock, 1/2 medium Carrot, 1 Red chili pepper, sliced, 3 tbsp Soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Basic Burdock Kinpira Stir-fry falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basic Burdock Kinpira Stir-fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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