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Illustration of Kinpira Carrot in a colourful bento box

Kinpira Carrot

⏱️ 10 min · Japanese · Veg side

Nut-freeNo reheatingVegetarianThermosAsian staple⚠️ Contains sesame

Contains sesame as written. Sesame-free swaps:
  • Use a neutral oil (e.g. canola/rapeseed or sunflower) instead of sesame oil.
  • Leave out the sesame seeds.
Ready-made products like sauces and crackers may still contain sesame or traces of it, so check every label.

Ingredients

New ingredient?
  • Mirin: Sweet Japanese rice seasoning for glazes. A pinch of sugar is a fine swap. Where to buy
  • Toasted sesame oil: A few drops add a nutty, toasty flavour. Sesame is a common allergen, so check your school's policy. Where to buy

Method

  1. Stir-fry carrot in sesame oil 3 min.
  2. Add soy and mirin and cook until glossy.
  3. Sprinkle seeds; cool.

Tags such as nut-free and sesame-free describe the recipe as written. They are a cooking guide, not an allergy guarantee. Check every label and your school's policy.

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