Burdock root stores well for months as long as it is stored in the refrigerator in a plastic bag.
Burdock is a long, slender brown root vegetable. It has a subtle, unique, earthy flavor with a crisp carrot-like texture and a slight sweetness.
Burdock pairs well with foods such as mushrooms, onions, garlic, beef, brown rice, barley and other root vegetables. It may be eaten raw, cooked or dried and used in teas. Before using, scrub the root with a vegetable brush. You may peel the root if you desire, however the skin is thin and can eaten as well.
Health & Nutrition: Burdock has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries where it is thought to have important health benefits as a blood and liver purifier in addition to use as a digestive aid and it’s beneficial for treating skin disorders. It is found quite frequently as an ingredient in tonics used in non-traditional treatments for cancer among other health maladies.
Cultural & Historical Background: The Japanese are thought to have been the first culture to include burdock in their diets as an edible plant in addition to its medicinal uses.