奈良県·特産品
Uda Kin-gobou (Golden Burdock)
When you brush away the soil, the surface shines as if sprinkled with gold dust. When simmered, the dashi soaks into the tender flesh, and with every bite, the fragrant aroma of burdock rises—this is the auspicious thick burdock that Nara's Uda proudly boasts. The soil in Uda contains a high amount of mica, which clings to the skin of the burdock and makes it glow golden. Because of its appearance, as if wearing gold powder, it is called 'Kin-gobou' (Gold Burdock) and has been cherished as an essential lucky charm for Osechi (New Year's food). Raised in sticky soil with significant temperature fluctuations between day and night in the mountain valleys, each stalk is tender in texture and elegant in aroma. Whether served as tataki-gobou, kinpira, or nimono, it is a treasure of Uda that adds a golden touch to the New Year's table.
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