Macrobiotic: Burdock Root Tazukuri

Directions

1. 1
   Slice the burdock into long, fat shavings.
2. 2
   They will burn easily if shaved too thin.
3. 3
   Pan fry them in oil until crisp.
4. 4
   The heat should be high at first, then reduced to low while slowly frying the burdock shavings.
5. 5
   Increase to high heat to make it easier to drain the oil.
6. 6
   Dry roast the walnuts.
7. 7
   They burn easily, so be careful.
8. 8
   At this stage, the burdock can be eaten as chips.
9. 9
   They're delicious and addictive!
10. 10
    Put the seasoning ingredients in a large sauce pan, stirring in the kudzu powder.
11. 11
    Use a wooden spatula to make a paste.
12. 12
    Mix until it becomes translucent and glossy.
13. 13
    Add the burdock and walnuts and coat in the kudzu sauce.