Kinpira Gobo (Spicy Burdock Root and Carrot Stir-fry)

Kinpira Gobo, a delectable side dish of carrot and burdock root in a sauce of soy, mirin, and sake, is stir-fried to perfection, and also vegan-friendly

Ingredients:

• 1 burdock root (about 300g)
• 1 carrot (about 150g)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Peel the burdock root and carrot and cut them into thin matchsticks.
2. Soak the burdock root in water for a few minutes to remove any bitterness.
3. Heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
4. Add the burdock root and carrot and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and chili flakes.
6. Add the sauce to the pan and stir-fry for another 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and serve hot.

Nutrition facts (per serving, based on 4 servings):

• Calories: 92
• Total fat: 4g
• Saturated fat: 0g
• Trans fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 330mg
• Total carbohydrates: 13g
• Dietary fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 2g