Glistening Braised Burdock Root
Glistening Braised Burdock Root: A Hearty Side Dish That Enhances Your Appetite, Perfect for School Lunchboxes!
This is a classic recipe for braised burdock root, made with a traditional method. Its sweet and savory flavor, along with its chewy texture, will make you want to finish a whole bowl of rice.
Main Ingredients
- 300g burdock root
- 1-2 Tbsp vinegar (for preparing burdock root)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the burdock root by peeling off the skin or scraping it with the back of a knife. If it’s very dirty, wash it thoroughly under running water. Then, slice it diagonally about 0.5cm thick, or julienne it into long strips. Soak the prepared burdock root in cold water for about 15-20 minutes to remove bitterness and prevent browning. Adding 1-2 tablespoons of vinegar to the soaking water will help maintain the burdock’s crispness.
Step 2
In a pot, combine the braising sauce ingredients: 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp water, 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 1 Tbsp plum extract, 1 Tbsp rice wine, 1 Tbsp brown rice oil, along with the dried kelp and anchovies. Mix well. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, remove the kelp and anchovies, leaving only the sauce.
Step 3
Add the drained burdock root to the vigorously boiling braising sauce and begin to simmer. Start by boiling over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat once the sauce starts to reduce, allowing it to simmer gently. Continue to braise for about 15-20 minutes, or until the burdock root is tender. Stir the burdock root occasionally to ensure the sauce coats it evenly.
Step 4
When the burdock root is almost done braising and only a little sauce remains, add an additional 1 Tbsp of oligosaccharide to enhance the glaze. Stir-fry over high heat for a minute until the burdock root becomes glossy and appealing. If desired, drizzle a little sesame oil just before turning off the heat for added nutty flavor. Let the braised burdock root cool slightly before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
