Instructions: Wash burdock, scrape off thin brown skin with back of knife and soak in water. Cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch pieces; cut these lengthwise into 4 pieces.

Combine the simmering ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer the burdock until tender.

Toast peanuts and remove skins. Chop and add sugar and salt.

Drain burdock and coat with the peanut mixture.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

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