Kimpira (Braised Burdock Root and Carrot)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0

A Japanese classic, Kimpira is a nutritious and flavorful dish you can easily make at home

Kimpira (Braised Burdock Root and Carrot)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

166

Sugar

Fat

Kimpira is a popular and classic Japanese dish that is often served as a side dish or topping for rice. The dish is made by braising burdock root and carrot in soy sauce, sugar, and sake, creating a nutty and savory flavor with just a hint of sweetness. The dish is often garnished with sesame seeds, adding a subtle crunch and earthy flavor. Kimpira is not only delicious but also nutritious, providing many health benefits to those who enjoy it. It's the perfect vegetarian dish that's easy to make yet full of flavor

Instructions

1.	Peel the burdock root and cut into matchsticks. Cut the carrot into matchsticks as well.
2.	Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat, then add burdock root and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
3.	Add sake, sugar, and soy sauce to the pan and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
4.	Add carrots to the pan and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5.	Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

PROS

Kimpira is a delicious and simple dish to make at home with only a few ingredients.

Burdock root is high in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Carrots are a great source of vitamin A and fiber.

CONS

Burdock root can be difficult to find in some areas.

The dish requires a bit of cutting and peeling, which may take some time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kimpira is a nutrient-dense dish that provides many vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, fiber, folate, and potassium.
Burdock root has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to improve digestion and boost the immune system.

	12 -15 inches burdock root ( gobo )
	1/2 small carrot
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil
	1 tablespoon sake
	1 tablespoon sugar
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1/2 teaspoon white sesame seeds