KINPIRA

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This is a Japanese side dish that is full of flavor. I grew up eating this stuff and it always reminds me of my childhood.

Provided by Chilicat

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 burdock root, 12-15 inches (gobo)
1 small carrot
1 -2 red chile
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons mirin
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Scrape gobo and cut into thin slivers (or julienne). Soak in water 15 minutes and drain.
  • Cut carrots in thin slivers (or julienne). Chop seeded chilis into small pieces.
  • Heat oils in skillet. Add chili and stir once. Add gobo; stir fry a few minutes. Add carrot; cook, stirring constantly.
  • Add sugar and stir, then add mirin and soy sauce and stir again. Braise for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon water; stir and add vinegar. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.6, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1026.6, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 2.2

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