PlantFiles: Edible Burdock
Arctium lappa 'Salada Musume'

This early variety is a light skinned edible burdock or gobo that grows 12"-16" deep. It is easier to harvest because it is shorter in length than most gobo varieties, making it very suitable for home gardening. In Japan, this light skinned gobo is used fresh for salad and has a nice earthy aroma. Prepare root by scraping the skin with a sharp knife and cut root into match-stick size. Blanch and dress with a mixture of a little mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt and sesame seed. This gobo can also be cooked and is the main ingredient for "kimpira," made with sauteed burdock and carrots. 100 day.