Soft and Delicious Stir-fried Bellflower Root (Doraji) Recipe
Stir-fried Bellflower Root
Introducing a recipe for soft stir-fried bellflower root (doraji) that reduces bitterness and enhances savory flavor, loved by everyone! It’s a great side dish for rice and perfect for entertaining guests.
Main Ingredients
- 390g prepared bellflower root (doraji)
- 1 Tbsp coarse salt (for removing bitterness)
Seasoning Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract
- Pinch of roasted salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 150ml kelp broth or anchovy-kelp broth
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of sesame seeds (for added nutty flavor)
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract
- Pinch of roasted salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 150ml kelp broth or anchovy-kelp broth
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of sesame seeds (for added nutty flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Place the prepared bellflower root in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt to begin the process of removing its bitterness.
Step 2
Add a little water to cover the bellflower root. Then, knead it vigorously with your hands until it becomes soft and pliable. It’s important to knead until it feels slightly sticky.
Step 3
Rinse the kneaded bellflower root thoroughly under running water to remove all the saltiness. After rinsing, drain the water well using a sieve.
Step 4
Heat a pan and add the prepared bellflower root. Add 1 tablespoon of tuna extract. Season with roasted salt to your taste. Drizzle in a generous amount of canola oil or cooking oil. Stir-fry the bellflower root until it softens and wilts, stirring frequently to prevent burning over medium-low heat.
Step 5
Once the bellflower root is partially stir-fried, pour in 150ml of the prepared kelp broth (or anchovy-kelp broth). Continue to stir-fry until most of the liquid has evaporated and only a little moisture remains. This step will make the bellflower root tender and moist.
Step 6
Just before turning off the heat, stir in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and a pinch of sesame seeds to enhance the aroma and flavor. The residual heat will be enough to meld the flavors.
Step 7
After adding the sesame oil and seeds, give it one final light stir to ensure all ingredients are well combined. Your delicious stir-fried bellflower root is now ready.
Step 8
Transfer the perfectly stir-fried bellflower root to a serving dish. Enjoy a healthy meal with this tender and flavorful bellflower root dish!
