Prefecture: Tokyo
Producer: Maruai Foods
Ingredients: Burdock (domestic), carrots (domestic), soy sauce, sugar, lotus root (domestic), konjac (domestically produced), sesame oil, rice vinegar, fermented rice seasoning, kelp stock, plum vinegar, sesame, salt, chili pepper (domestic), calcium hydroxide (konjac coagulant) (contains wheat, soy, sesame)
Vegan, Dairy-free
Size: 90g
Storage: Refrigerate after opening and use as soon as possible.
 

This traditional side dish is popular with home cooks and commonly found tucked into the corner of bento boxes. Kinpira is a cooking technique where thinly sliced root vegetables are sautéed then simmered in sugar and soy sauce to bring out their natural sweetness while retaining their satisfying crunch. This kinpira features domestically grown carrots, lotus roots, and burdock. The mild sweetness of the carrots and lotus roots is accented by the earthy nuttiness and slight bitterness of the burdock while Maruai Foods’ special seasoning blend adds a touch of umami and spice. The tender yet crunchy texture of the vegetables is cleverly contrasted by the addition of thin, bouncy strips of konjac (a jelly-like food made from yams), which serve as flavor sponges and unify the dish. 

Maruai Foods believes food is the starting point for nurturing the body and mind and is proud to offer additive-free products made with domestically grown goods. The company believes that sometimes simple is best and food does not have to be flashy or glamorous to bring a smile to your face. With a wide selection of ready-to-eat side dishes and pickles, Maruai Foods hopes to make meals memorable and convey the wonders of Japan with each delicious bite.