Pounded Burdock Root

I saw this recipe in a book or somewhere, but there wasn't enough tartness, so I added a bit more to suit my taste.If you cut the burdock root into 5 cm lengths before boiling, when it comes time to pound them, you may pound your hand instead. This is why you should cut them up into long pieces that fit into your pot first, then chop them up after pounding them. Recipe by Pukuttopukumaru

It was my first time making osechi (New Year's feast) since I got married. My mother taught me this recipe. I wonder if this is from my mother's parents.Roasting and roughly grounding white sesame seeds boosts the flavour and make the dish more delicious.Marinate the burdock roots while they are still hot. Recipe by Manmarumauchan

This is the recipe my mother came up with after a long process of trial and error to recreate her favorite pounded burdock root dish--one that she chose by taste testing at different eateries. It has since become a family favorite.The burdock root should weigh about 230 g unrinsed with skin on, and 200 g after prepping. It's important to preserve the "bite" of the burdock root, so be careful not to over cook in Step 2. Recipe by Nanaiku

I tried coming up with a simplified recipe for "pounded burdock root." Even without pounding the burdock, it has a wonderfully crunchy texture. I simplified the seasoning to make the ratio relatively easy to remember.I used toasted sesame seeds this time, but you could use ground sesame. Blanch the burdock to your preference. If you do decide to pound the burdock, do so with a pestle etc. in Step 5, after draining the burdock. Recipe by Kagocha-

My mother always used to put this in my bento.You could slightly reduce the amount of soy sauce and add oyster sauce instead. Recipe by Torakopantsu

I love the texture and fragrance of burdock root. I wanted to make a toast that would enhance its deliciousness, so I tried out various versions.Don't soakd the burdock root for too long. If you are using a frying pan, cook them to match the size of the bread. Recipe by Pecchin

There's a bit of cooking involved but you can just fry and eat it quickly.Fry the burdock roots with lots of oil.The dish is done once the beef is added, so make sure you cook the burdock well beforehand. Recipe by onji

After tasting burdock root potage at a wedding celebration held at a one-star restaurant, I'd been wanting to eat a macrobiotic version, so I came up with my own recipe.Since this potage is full of fiber, it's almost like a soup that you eat. For those who don't like the grainy texture, strain it before serving. Recipe by U-ra

The burdock root pickles I bought were delicious, so I made my own.After experimenting a lot, I settled on this recipe.Only cut as many of the burdock roots as you are going to eat, and leave the rest to marinate. They will continue to absorb the seasonings (if they get to the stage where you feel you don't want the flavor to get any stronger, pour off the liquid and return to the fridge).Step 3 might be a bit of a pain, but pounding the roots one by one means that they crack evenly and thus absorb the same amount of flavor when soaked. Recipe by ai mama

This is a great dish to make if you've got some beef on the verge of going bad.Start off with 30 ml each of mirin and soy sauce. Add more if necessary while checking the taste. Recipe by Dannasamaharyourinin

I heard that it's a good idea to substitute half the mayonnaise in a salad with yogurt, so I did that in this recipe.We use a reduced calorie mayonnaise to start with, but this salad cuts down the calories even more. Recipe by Gacchan

My child has asthma and when the season changes, his asthma worsens.Daikon radishes, lotus roots and burdock roots are known for calming coughs. Burdock roots, daikon radishes and cucumber are for lowering a high temperature. Carrots and sesame seeds are good for the lung.You can use ground sesame.The sesame seeds absorb the excess moisture from the vegetables and prevents the salad from becoming soggy. Recipe by Noritama@kusuimun

Apparently, you lose half of the nutrients if you peel a burdock root or soak it in water.Cook the burdock root soon after cutting it. I recommend seasoning this pretty strongly when stir-frying. It's a little too salty, eat with a side of lettuce or sliced cucumbers, and you won't even need dressing! Recipe by DIRTBAG

I normally make a quick kimpira burdock dish but one day I received high-quality burdock roots. I didn't want to waste by making my standard dish, so I took the time to make this delicious kimpira. Since then this recipe has been our regular in my family. This is a very good recipe so please have a try!!*At Step 2, you can boil water on the stove and make dashi stock in a saucepan. Taste the dashi first and if you think it might be too strong, the taste in the resultant dish will be perfect. *Adjust the amount the chili pepper to your liking. For 2-3 servings. Recipe by Maa-a

I often make this when I have burdock root left over from another dish... it's rather hard to use up a whole burdock root! But then I started to buy burdock root just to make this sesame-sauce dish. (This is a secret, but I do it the lazy way by using store-bought ponzu sauce, sugar, and ground white sesame seeds. Use a 1:1:2 ratio of ponzu sauce, sugar and ground sesame! It's a bit salty, but...)As I wrote in Step 1, this tastes best when there's an equal amount of ground sesame seeds vs. the ★ ingredients. Depending on the season, adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar to taste!Start using burdock root from the thin end, and bash it, cut it, split it and throw them into the sesame-vinegar sauce. Recipe by Pikarindou honpo

The burdock root confit that I had for lunch was delicious.Since you add anchovies (which I love), the dish can be easily prepared without any other additional seasonings.For those who are not concerned about the bitterness of the burdock root, there's no need to boil it before cooking. Recipe by Babagarei

I love burdock root (gobo) salad. I've been making this for ages since it's a firm family favorite. It's great to pack in lunchboxes too!Pay attention when you're adding the seasoning ingredients at Step 5. Also be sure to dry the vegetables well in the prior step, or the salad will be watery. For 2-3 servings. Recipe by Donpintan

My sister-in-law who is really good at cooking makes these for New Year's. They are so good.When cooking, make sure to cook them seam side down to seal, then roll them around the pan to cook the other side. The seasoning listed is on the sweet side, so adjust as you like. Recipe by Hina0403

I bought a bent but fresh burdock root from a local farm. My mother would always add some sort of burdock root dish for "Osechi (new years feast)." I seasoned the dish with soy sauce malt I made this year.As for the soy sauce malt, I used 300 grams of dehydrated rice malt and 450ml of dark soy sauce. If you don't have soy sauce malt, use regular soy sauce and bonito flakes. If you use shio-koji, use about 1 tablespoon. Recipe by Hakuundou

Try a different way other than a kimpira-style dish for cooking burdock roots.Children who usually do not like burdock roots might like this soup.Summer vegetables such as tomatoes and lettuce, tropical fruits such as bananas and kiwis, dairy products and refined sugar--these are all foods that cool you down.These, on the other hands, tend to warm you up: root vegetables such as burdock roots, carrots, beans, hijiki seaweed, miso and sesame seeds. In modern times people tend to feel the cold. Improve your body system with healthy, natural ingredients that have been around from ancient times. Recipe by pogue

My mother used to cook this dish for me. I made this with burdock roots from my father's garden. Recipe by loveloco

A simple and classic Japanese dish made for nice side dish. And this goes well with alcohol. The crispy feeling of burdock root increases its deliciousness.

I made a healthy simmered dish.I usually stop simmering burdock roots while they are still pretty crunchy to enjoy their texture, but if you prefer them to be softer, please add more water and continue simmering them for longer.Keep an eye on the pan as it simmers with the lid on that it doesn't over-cook and burn. For about 3 servings. Recipe by Mokobu- mama

I wanted to use the leftover burdock root and carrot sitting in the fridge.The sweet and salty sauce will really wake up your appetite! The crunchy texture of the burdock root is also great!! In Step 4, grease will come out from the pork, so wipe off any excess fat with a paper towel. It will also be delicious if you use enoki mushrooms, potato, nagaimo, or shiso leaves as the filling. Recipe by Kenchan no yome

Sweet and Savory Burdock Root is a popular dish offered in delis.I've always had a constant craving for that taste, so I recreated it at home.When deep frying the burdock root, separate the pieces with your hands while adding them to the oil. Otherwise, they will get stuck together. It's easy if you shake together the burdock and katakuriko in a nylon or plastic bag filled with air. Recipe by Nassan

I'm a big fan of chicken breast, and so I wanted to come up with a tasty recipe for it.＊ Seasoning the chicken results in tender and juicy bites.＊ In the final step, be careful not to overcook the chicken.＊ If you are preparing this dish in advance, I suggest waiting to add the chicken and then heat right before serving. Recipe by emakatu

This is a macrobiotic recipe.The burdock root will burn right away if too thin. But if the shavings are too thick, they will not become crisp. Let's just say, there's a fine line between too thin and too thick. Recipe by Ruruko

My mother told gave me this recipe for hachiman rolls that we ate and loved on New Years.Before boiling the burdock, if you boil it in vinegar water, it'll turn white. Recipe by Kananobi

I wanted to use up the kombu seaweed left over from making.I used kombu left over from making kombu dashi stock, but it would be tastier if you use fresh kombu. Use your choice of fillings. Recipe by TheCheshireCat