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Braised Burdock Root

Braised Burdock Root is a Japanese side dish (often called kinpira gobo) made from thinly sliced burdock root quickly braised or stir-fried with soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil; it's commonly served as a savory, slightly sweet accompaniment to rice. It’s appreciated for its earthy flavor and slightly crunchy texture and appears in home cooking and bento boxes. Nutritionally, Braised Burdock Root is a fiber-forward vegetable preparation, providing about 4.5g of fiber per 100g, along with modest plant protein and some added fat from the cooking oil. Because it’s typically braised in salty, savory seasonings, it can be higher in sodium than plain cooked vegetables, so choosing reduced-sodium seasonings or less oil can make it an even healthier accompaniment.

Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~1.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

B-

Healthy

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

150 kcal

8% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

2.6 g

5% RDI

Fat

7.5 g

1g sat fat

Carbs

19 g

7% RDI

Sugar

6 g

12% RDI

Fiber

4.5 g

15% RDI

Salt

1.8 g

36% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

B- · 6.4 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

01

Steamed Burdock Root (No Added Oil)

Less salt · lighter overall

S

02

Braised Burdock Root (Low-Sodium Soy Sauce)

Less salt · lighter overall

A+

03

Roasted Mixed Root Vegetables (Carrot, Parsnip, Burdock) — Minimal Oil

Better fats · cleaner profile

S+

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Braised Burdock Root healthy?

Yes, Braised Burdock Root is considered healthy with a Health Grade of B-. It is a good source of dietary fiber (4.5g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Braised Burdock Root?

Braised Burdock Root is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Braised Burdock Root lactose free?

Yes, Braised Burdock Root is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Braised Burdock Root?

100g of Braised Burdock Root contains 150 kcal, 2.6g protein, 19g carbohydrates, 7.5g fat, and 4.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Braised Burdock Root vegan?

Yes, Braised Burdock Root is vegan.

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