Braised Burdock (Kinpira Gobō)

Step 1

Add oil to a saucepan and heat over medium high heat. Add burdock and sauté for a couple of minutes.

Step 2

Add carrots and mix well and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 3

Add water, bring down the heat to low and place a lid on. Cook for 2 minutes. (note 4)

Step 4

Remove the lid, add the remaining ingredients, turn the heat up to medium high and cook until the sauce almost evaporates.

Step 5

Turn the heat off and let it cool. Serve individually or in one bowl with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.