Sweet and Salty Simmered Beef and Burdock Root

Name: Sweet and Salty Simmered Beef and Burdock Root
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 350 grams Thinly sliced beef (shoulder) offcuts; 1 almost 1 root Burdock root; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 heaping tablespoon Katakuriko; 2 tbsp Oil; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 5 tbsp Sake; 6 tbsp Real mirin

Servings: persons

1
Shave the burdock root as if you were sharpening a pencil with a knife.
2
Soak the shavings in a bowl of water with a little vinegar added.
3
When all the burdock root is shaved, drain it well.
4
If you leave it soaking for too long it will lose its fragrance so be careful.
5
Stir fry the burdock root in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and remove from the pan.
6
Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces, and massage in the sugar and sake.
7
Leave for a bit, then massage in the soy sauce and katakuriko.
8
Sprinkle the beef with 1 tablespoon of oil, and separate out the pieces.
9
Add the a frying pan and stir-fry, then add the pre-cooked burdock root.
10
Add the ingredients, simmer and reduce, and it's done.
11
Sprinkle with some shichimi spice to taste.

306

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 350 grams Thinly sliced beef (shoulder) offcuts, 1 almost 1 root Burdock root, 1 tbsp Sugar, 1 tbsp Sake, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Salty Simmered Beef and Burdock Root falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!