Side Dishes

Burdock with Perilla Seed Dressing우엉들깨무침

Tender julienned burdock tossed with green onion, perilla seed powder, garlic, perilla oil, and a small amount of soy sauce.

Burdock with Perilla Seed Dressing — Korean recipe photo

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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel the burdock root.

  2. 2

    Cut the peeled burdock into thin 4 cm-long strips.

  3. 3

    Add the water and burdock to a pot and boil for 3 to 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Drain the boiled burdock in a sieve.

  5. 5

    Slice the green onion diagonally.

  6. 6

    Combine the boiled burdock, prepared green onion, and seasoning ingredients, then toss evenly to finish.

Ingredient substitutions

Green onion
Chives or a small amount of leek can work, with a different flavor.
Water
Broth adds more flavor where appropriate.
Perilla seed powder
Ground sesame can add nuttiness, but the aroma and thickness will differ.
Garlic
Garlic powder works in a pinch but lacks fresh aroma.
Soy sauce
Tamari works, though saltiness differs.

Nutrition & source

Nutrition per serving

Calories
22.3
Protein
0.8
Carbs
2.4
Fat
1.1
Sodium
94.2

Source: Food Safety Korea / Ministry of Food and Drug Safety

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