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Learn how to make Kinpira Gobo, a classic Japanese side dish made with burdock root, carrot, sesame oil, soy sauce, mirin, ...

One person’s weeds are another person’s dinner, and burdock (Arctium) is a perfect example of this. Although it is routinely weeded out as an invasive species, in Japan it is cultivated as the ...

Autumn is a good time to start eating more root vegetables. Ueong (burdock root) is very popular in Korea and other Asian countries. It’s full of nutrients and an excellent source of fiber. The root ...

Burdock has an earthy, nutty flavor. Substitution: Salsify, or even carrots or parsnips, makes a good substitute, and any bitter green—dandelion, red mustard or radicchio—will work fine in place of ...

This burdock gimbap recipe combines the earthy taste of burdock root with vibrant veggies and savory fillings. Perfect for a light lunch or a snack, it’s easy to prepare and offers a delightful ...

Andrea Carlson's use of layered elements — especially botanicals and ferments — offers new opportunities for adventurous home cooks You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in ...

Description: Known as gobo in Japan and niúbàng in China, the gangly, tan-skinned root of the biennial burdock plant can grow to be two to three feet long and is similar in shape to a carrot or ...

'This dish is comfort food that speaks my language,' says chef Andrea Carlson You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. We independently select ...