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kinpira; stir-fried and simmered root vegetables
a Japanese dish of julienned root vegetables (typically burdock and carrot) stir-fried and simmered in soy sauce, sugar, and mirin
Etymology
Named after 金平 (Kintaro's son in folklore), who was known for his strength. The spiciness from chili pepper was associated with strength.
Main varieties
- きんぴらごぼう - burdock and carrot kinpira (most common)
- きんぴられんこん - lotus root kinpira
- きんぴらにんじん - carrot kinpira
Ingredients
- 牛蒡 - burdock root
- 人参 - carrot
- 醤油 - soy sauce
- 砂糖 - sugar
- 味醂 - mirin
- 唐辛子 - red pepper (optional)
- 胡麻 - sesame seeds (topping)
Cultural note
A classic home-cooking (家庭料理) dish, commonly found in bento boxes and as a side dish (副菜).