Yeongeun Jorim

Yeongeun Jorim is a comforting Korean dish featuring braised young burdock root, known for its earthy flavor and crunchy texture. This vegetarian delight is simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, making it a perfect addition to any Korean meal.

Ingredients

• Young burdock root - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Sugar - 15 grams
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Water - 150 ml
• Green onion, chopped - 1 stalk
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Wash the young burdock root thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
2. Peel the burdock root using a vegetable peeler and slice it into thin matchsticks.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine the soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and water. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
4. Add the sliced burdock root to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the burdock root is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onion and sesame seeds.
7. Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with additional sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation.

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