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Burdock Root Dshes ( Gobo)
November 8, 2026
Kinpira gobo
Gobo tempura
Burdock root (gobo)
Burdock root is a long, slender, rod-shaped root that grows straight underground. Globally, there are very few countries where the root is commonly eaten as a vegetable and it is primarily consumed in Japan. It typically measures about 60 centimeters to 1 meter in length, with a diameter of about 2 to 3 centimeters, and has a cylindrical shape that tapers toward the tip. The surface of burdock root is brown, slightly rough, and has fine wrinkles. When sliced into rounds, the cross-section is round and slightly grayish-white in color. A key characteristic of burdock root is its exceptionally high dietary fiber content, and it is believed to help regulate the intestinal environment. Burdock root is characterized by its unique texture and aroma. Common burdock root dishes include kinpira gobo, gobo tempura, gobo salad, gobo rice, and chikuzen-ni. Kinpira gobo is a Japanese side dish made by stir-frying thinly sliced burdock root, often accompanied by carrots and other vegetables, in oil, then seasoning them with soy sauce and mirin to create a sweet and savory flavor, with a hint of heat from chili peppers. Chikuzen-ni is a simmered dish made by first stir-frying chicken and vegetables such as burdock root in oil, then slowly simmering them in dashi, soy sauce, and sweet seasonings until the flavors are fully absorbed. While these burdock root dishes are typically home-cooked, they are also often sold at supermarkets.
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