Sauteed Bellflower Root - Doraji Namul Recipe

A crunchy and chewy Korean white bellflower root, known as doraji, is a common side dish or addition to mixed rice.

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Side DishIngredient

Cuisine Tags:

AsianKorean

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Instructions

  1. Start boiling water in a pot.

  2. Soak dried bellflower roots overnight in warm water.

  3. Pierce root stalks in half, then cut into quarters.

  4. Cover roots with coarse salt for 10 minutes; rinse and drain.

  5. Blanch roots quickly in boiling water; drain and squeeze dry.

  6. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.

  7. Add roots, garlic, sesame oil, salt, and sesame salt to the pan.

  8. Sauté for a few minutes, stirring to combine seasonings.