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Gobo (burdock roots) look like a tree branch

Scrape off the skin with a knife (a peeler takes off too much of the outer layer which has the most aroma)

Prepare some water with a splash of vinegar to keep the grated burdock from turning too dark

Grate the burdock

Ideal size and thickness to achieve maximum crunchiness

Rinse

Drain the vinegar water

Squeeze off excess water

Add flour

Not too wet nor dry texture

Use two spoons to

form a flatish disc

Shallow fry

Turn after they are set on one side, about 2-3 minutes

Drain on kitchen paper

Side view

VERY CRUNCHY

Dinner: Pork chop, burdock fritters, potato and cucumber salad