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Kinpira Gobo (japanese burdock)

April 13, 2009
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I’m one of those people who never outgrew his clumsy stage in life and can often be seen sporting a vibrant array of cuts and bruises from run-ins with subway turnstiles and such. In the kitchen, I’m not much better, and Kinpira Gobo is my worst enemy.
When making this popular Japanese dish, it’s a [...]

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Kinpira Miso Gobo (Burdock with Miso)

August 19, 2008
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For those not familiar with gobo (or burdock), it’s one of those wonder-veggies that has loads of fiber, iron and calcium. When lightly sauteed it’s got a pleasantly fibrous crunchy texture without being stringy or tough. When cooked for longer periods of time it will get tender while retaining it’s structure. Flavor wise, gobo is [...]

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Foraging for Spring

April 21, 2008
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I finally got impatient for Spring to come to the Union Square Green Market and decided to take matters into my own hands. Wildman Steve Brill takes groups to the various parks in and around New York City to collect wild edibles growing right under our noses. This weekend he had a tour up at [...]

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