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Japanese Pickled Daikon

Deliciously Crisp Japanese Pickled Daikon You’ll Love

Japanese Pickled Daikon is a quick and easy dish that adds a sweet-and-tangy crunch to any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sides
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickle
  • 1 large Daikon Radish Choose fresh and firm.
  • 1 cup Rice Vinegar Can be swapped with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adjust amount for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for drawing moisture.
For the Color (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Can be omitted or replaced.

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • sharp knife
  • clean container with a tight-fitting lid
  • bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel the daikon radish and slice it into rounds or half-moons, approximately 5-7 mm thick.
  2. Sprinkle salt evenly over the daikon slices and let them rest for about 20-30 minutes.
  3. After resting, squeeze the daikon slices to eliminate excess water.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar and granulated sugar over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Place the squeezed daikon slices in a clean container and pour the cooled vinegar mixture over them.
  6. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, ideally 24-48 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Slice the daikon evenly for best results and allow proper chilling for enhanced flavor.

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