Macrobiotic: Burdock Root Tazukuri

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

This is a staple of macrobiotic cooking. It's also a great dish to have if you're looking to detox your body. You can use whole umeboshi, but I just use the pits leftover after using the umeboshi in other dishes.The flavor of this dish will change according to the salt content of the umeboshi. Use good quality ingredients. If it isn't salty enough, use a little of soy sauce. Try using the umeboshi pits leftover after making rice balls. Don't clean the pits, they should have some of the umeboshi still attached. Simmer the burdock root for at least 2 hours. Make sure to check the pot occasionally to make sure there is not too much evaporation. Don't let it burn! Recipe by Ruruko.

This is a basic macrobiotic side dish.In Step 3, add more water if necessary. I recommend using canola oil. Recipe by Ruruko

This is a really standard, basic macrobiotic recipe. It's sweet and packed with umami flavors, so everyone in our family loves it.If you soak the kiriboshi daikon (with the usual method) the umami will run out into the soaking water. It's enough to just rinse it quickly Use firm koya tofu without leavening agents. It will have a lot more umami. Recipe by Ruruko

I based this on a recipe I found in a macrobiotic cookbook.★ For best results, the patties should be thin and fried to a crisp. When forming the patties, they may appear loose, but not to worry; they will harden while frying. Recipe by Meifan

I revised a recipe I saw in a macrobiotic cook book.If you vary the vegetables, you can create a new dish.For preparation, rub the konnyaku with coarse salt and blanch quickly. This reduces the bitterness of the konnyaku and helps it to absorb the seasonings better. Recipe by Yuuno17

This is one of the cakes at my favorite vegetarian cafe. I've been thinking about how I could make this cake at home, and I finally came up with my own version.If it's hard to bring the mixture together, add another tablespoon of water to see if it works. Adjust the baking time on your oven. Recipe by Musashi

I changed the burdock tsukudani that I always make into shigureni-style, and added konnyaku. Recipe by FarmersK

I'd found a recipe from somewhere way back when for fried lotus root seaweed. Since I started a macrobiotic diet, I substituted the egg with nagaimo. It made them more chewy. ＾＾Place them with the nori facing down, as if you're gently sliding them in. Fry until golden brown. Use whatever sauce you like. Recipe by Jinbaro

I can't get enough of tofu soboro.I use homemade 2x concentrated mentsuyu made with soy sauce and mirin in 1:1 ratio. I just combined them in a pot, and heated up the mixture to evaporate the mirin's alcohol.Adjust the amount of mentsuyu depending on the brand or type you use. Recipe by Mikikimiki

I figured I would make a curry flavored niku jaga with pork, taro potatoes, and shimeji mushrooms etc., but I changed my mind, and made Japanese-style curry . This is superb if you eat it while breaking apart large taro potatoes. I am really happy with how thus turned out.Using konbu seaweed broth works really well for the soup stock. The burdock root also produced a nice aroma for the broth . Burdock root+taro potatoes+shimeji mushrooms+pork etc. is a good combination, and are indispensable ingredients. For 9 servings. Recipe by Okaraseijin

The stewed kurumabu I had at a macrobiotic restaurant was really good, so I tried making it at home. Recipe by Pe-chan mama

This is a macrobiotic recipe.The nodes of the lotus root have a stronger medicinal effect.For coughs with lots of phlem, use dried lotus powder. Recipe by Ruruko

Our family often eats brown rice. I composed a recipe that gives you plenty of nutrients, is filling, and where you can taste the brown rice, all in one plate.Since you just cook everything together I don't have any hints in particular. Thinly shave the burdock root so it cooks quickly. Recipe by Usagi no Cima

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

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

I'm trying to come up with different teriyaki sauce recipesWhen you use a lot of katakuriko, the burdock root pieces tend to stick to each other, but they'll separate after you add the sauce. Recipe by meg526

I posted this recipe because my friend said she lost her voice and I wanted to treat it with a macrobiotic remedy. I hear it's also good for blood circulation and for people with high blood pressure, and beautifies the skin as well.If you have time, soak the kuromame in water for about 6 hours before cooking. They will become soft a lot quicker.The photo is of the kuromame, not the drink. I will upload a photo of the drink eventually... Recipe by Ruruko

I wanted to eat macrobiotic sweets.The raisins blend in easier with the adzuki if you mince them. Be sure to add salt, as it will help bring out the sweetness of the beans.Adding dried persimmons takes away the acidity for a more natural flavor; but since dried persimmons aren't always available, raisins may be best. Recipe by Ruruko

It's a shame to only eat this at new year's; I want to be able to eat it any time! Try it when you get fresh burdock.When using good quality burdock, be careful not to over boil. Since the burdock will be tossed right after boiling, it needs to be pounded first. Recipe by meg115

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

This is a recipe from a book called "Delicious Recipes for a Macrobiotic Diet, Good for your Body" from Shufunotomo Co.,Ltd. That recipe used wheat miso for half of the miso content. We only have soy miso, so I just used soy miso. I added a bit of beet sugar to reduce the saltiness. The burdock root and walnuts bring out a nice flavor. This is pretty good regardless of being macrobiotic, perhaps?The basics of macrobiotic cooking are to keep the peels and scum of vegetables. You can wash the dirt off the burdock root but don't peel it. It's convenient to use a blender for the mincing. This is enough to last for one week in the refrigerator, 1 tablespoon for 1 adult serving (I divide it up and freeze it). Recipe by Yukiline

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 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

This is a macrobiotic recipe that I learned a long time ago in cooking class. I heard from a lot of people who work in restaurants that this is pretty good, so I uploaded it!In Step 3, when you take the kurumabu out of the seasoning, do not dry it off because you went through all the effort of soaking it.If you use chopped ginger and garlic, it's even easier to make!As for the amount of soy sauce, adjust to suit your tastes as necessary.If you use half a grated onion, it takes on a different flavor. Recipe by himadek

While trying to figure out what to do with my daikon radish leaves, I tried out various recipes, but I kept coming back to this one. It's delicious.When rehydrating the shiitake mushrooms, you can speed up the process by breaking them into smaller pieces, then soak them in water. For best results, you should put them in a jar with water the night before so they can be used right away; I recommend this method since they will be tasty... When I'm in a hurry, I just break them up. Recipe by moriam

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

My beloved daughter loves this dish!Since the sauce has miso, keep simmering over low heat only. Otherwise it will burn. If you want to cut down on the cooking time, use a pressure cooker. For 2 servings. Recipe by Ha-tannookkasan

This is a dish I came up with using the ingredients I had on hand. It's a standard dish in our home. Adding water allows the flavors to absorb and makes it tasty.In Step 1, for those who are concerned about the acrid taste of the burdock root, soak them in water with a small amount of vinegar. In Step 4, when adding the ● ingredients, use chopsticks to sauté. Adjust the amount of soy sauce and sugar to taste. In Step 5, for those who prefer a crisp burdock root texture, reduce the amount of liquid, as well as the cooking time. Eighty grams of carrots is about 1/2 of a medium-sized carrot. Recipe by Yuuyuu0221