Stove-top Burdock Casserole

• Burdock root
• Napa cabbage
• Carrots
• Shiitake or black mushrooms
• Ginger, fresh

Scrape surface of burdock root to remove dark brown skin; cut in matchsticks, then soak in slightly acidified water (water with a little vinegar or lemon juice) until ready to cook. Use other vegetables to taste: carrots (also cut in matchsticks), napa cabbage, shiitake or black mushrooms (either whole or in slices), and peapods are good choices. If you want to keep the casserole light in color