Great Burdock, Gobo

Carrots can be eaten both raw and cooked. Young carrots have a mild flavor, while older carrots have a stronger taste. The ideal length for carrots is a maximum of 60 cm, as longer carrots may have a tough core. Carrots discolor quickly when exposed to air. They can also be dried and contain about 45% inulin, which can be converted into a sweetener for diabetics. The young leaves and stems can be eaten both raw and cooked. The leaves have a slimy texture, and the stems and branches can be used like asparagus or spinach, with the skin needing to be removed for the best flavor. The flower stem can be eaten raw in salads or cooked and incorporated into dishes. The pith of the flower stem has a mild flavor similar to asparagus. Germinated seeds of this plant can be used as bean sprouts like mung bean sprouts, soy sprouts, or tjapah.