Burdock probably originated in China. Burdock has been used as a medicine for centuries, and the root is popular in Korea and Japan as a vegetable. Ueong is very crisp and has a sweet, mild, and pungent flavor. It can be found in most Korean markets fresh, frozen, dried, or pickled. Used in stir fry, soups, seaweed wraps, etc. Common Names:Gobo Root, Great Burdock, Beggars … [Read more...]

There is some disagreement as to where radishes originated. Sources say they originated in the eastern Mediterranian area, near the Caspian Sea, Northern China, or Southeast Asia. Today radishes are grown around the world in many different varieties. How much does a radish weigh? Radish, Common (Globe) Common Names: Radish, Red Radish, Globe Radish. Radish has … [Read more...]

Carrots most likely originated in Persia (Iran, Afghanistan), and were also most likely first cultivated in that region. Carrots were originally grown for their leaves and seeds. Carrots have been selectively bred for centuries resulting in the common commercial carrot of today. How much does a carrot weigh? Carrot, Common Small, average about 5 1/2 inches … [Read more...]