Kinpira — The #1 Macrobiotic Side Dish

Sautéed matchstick root vegetables. Strengthening, warming, delicious.

Recipe:

1. Cut burdock root into thin matchsticks (1–2 cups)

2. Cut carrots into same-size matchsticks (1 cup)

3. Heat 1 tsp dark sesame oil in skillet

4. Sauté burdock first (it is tougher) for 3–4 min

5. Add carrots, sauté 2–3 min more

6. Add water to half-cover. Simmer until tender (10 min)

7. Season with soy sauce (1–2 tsp). Cook until liquid evaporates.

Variations: Add lotus root. Add dried tofu strips. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Keeps in fridge 3–4 days. Make a big batch. Eat daily.

Reference:

Wikipedia: Kinpira

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinpira