Burdock Root and Lotus Root Kimpira Stir-fry Recipe

Name: Burdock Root and Lotus Root Kimpira Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Burdock root; 80 grams Lotus root; 80 grams Carrot; 2 Red chili pepper (cut into rounds); 120 ml Water; 2 tsp Dashi stock granules; 2 or more tablespoons Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Mirin; 1 or more tablespoons Soft brown sugar; 1 Sesame oil; 1 White sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 Burdock root
80 grams Lotus root
80 grams Carrot
2 Red chili pepper (cut into rounds)
120 ml Water
2 tsp Dashi stock granules
2 or more tablespoons Soy sauce
2 tbsp Sake
2 tbsp Mirin
1 or more tablespoons Soft brown sugar
1 Sesame oil
1 White sesame seeds

1
Scrape off the skin of the burdock root with the back of a knife, chop into 4-5 cm pieces, julienne, then soak in water.
2
Julienne the carrots
3
Peel the lotus root, quarter lengthwise, then thinly slice into 2-mm rounds.
4
Soak in water with a small amount of vinegar, then in water, then drain.
5
Put sesame oil in a heated frying pan, saute the red chili peppers on low heat, then saute the burdock root on medium-high heat for about 20 seconds.
6
Add the carrots and lotus root, then briskly saute.
7
Add water and the ingredients.
8
Bring to a boil on high heat, then reduce to low-medium heat and saute for 6-7 minutes.
9
When the liquid reduces almost completely, saute on high heat for about 20-30 seconds.
10
Transfer to a dish, and sprinkle with white sesame seeds.
11
In Step 5, do not cook off all of the liquid.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Burdock root, 80 grams Lotus root, 80 grams Carrot, 2 Red chili pepper (cut into rounds), and more.

Yes, Burdock Root and Lotus Root Kimpira 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!

Burdock Root and Lotus Root Kimpira Stir-fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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