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Candied burdock stem hearts

Candied burdock stem hearts 3

A classic delight.
In addition, the uniquely flavoured syrup made as a byproduct of stem candying is wonderful incorporated into ice cream or Panna cotta!

Grated Burdock and Potato cakes

Grated Burdock and Potato cakes

In the South East of England good sized stems can usually be gathered from the middle of May until the end of June.

The stems are really versatile in their usage and can be eaten raw (especially good dipped in …

Gobō

Gobō

In Japan the tender taproot of burdock is cultivated as a vegetable. Indeed, I love to cook it Asian style as in the dish below which is delicious and very simple to prepare (shown with deep fried seaweed).

Simply dig …

Dandelion and Burdock Beer

Dandelion and Burdock Beer

The drink admits of countless variations. Indeed, it can be made as a cordial, as a non-alcoholic fizzy drink, or as a beer or light mead.
Additionally, the root ratios can be varied as can the use of fresh or …

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