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Stir-Fried Burdock Root
Side dishesMedium

Stir-Fried Burdock Root

Ueong bokkeum is a sweet-savory Korean side dish of julienned burdock root stir-fried in soy sauce and grain syrup.

Prep 15minCook 12min4 servings
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and julienne burdock, then soak briefly in water.

  2. 2

    Heat oil and stir-fry burdock for 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add soy sauce, grain syrup, sugar, and water; simmer over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Cook until most liquid evaporates and coats the burdock.

  5. 5

    Finish with sesame oil and sesame seeds.

Tips

Soaking burdock helps reduce browning and bitterness.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
126
kcal
Protein
2
g
Carbs
20
g
Fat
4
g

Adjust Servings

2servings
servings

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