Kinpira gobo

Method

1. 1 Peel the burdock root, slice it into strips, and soak it in water for 10 minutes to remove the bitterness. Drain well.
2. 2 Slice the carrots into strips about the same size as burdock root strips.
3. 3 Sauté sliced dried chili peppers in sesame oil, then add burdock root and stir-fry for 4 minutes.
4. 4 Add the carrots and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. 5 Season with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, stir-fry over medium heat for 3 minutes until the liquid evaporates, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.