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Description/Taste
Daikon radish is most often grown for its root, though the green tops are just as edible and versatile. The root of the Daikon radish is cylindrical with a white skin similar to that of a carrot or turnip. The pale tuber can grow up to twenty inches in length with a diameter of 4 inches. The flavor of the Daikon root is like a less-fiery radish; mild and tangy with a crisp and juicy texture.
Seasons/Availability
Daikon radish is available year-round with fall and winter crops offering the best flavor.
Current Facts
Daikon radish, botanically known as Brassicaceae raphanus sativus, is a white-fleshed tuber also known as Japanese horseradish or mooli. The word ‘Daikon’ is Japanese for “great root”. There are over 100 varieties of Daikon radish, most of which are near extinction due to the lack of commercial value. Currently the aokubi daikon, an F1 hybrid, is the number one cultivated Daikon radish. Japan both produces and consumes 90% of the worlds Daikon radish crop annually.
Nutritional Value
Daikon radish is high in enzymes that aid in the digestion of fat and starch. It contains high amounts of vitamin C, potassium and phosphorus. Daikon radish has been shown to help aid in the relief of migraines by opening up constricted blood vessels.
Applications
A staple in Japanese cuisine, Daikon radish is a versatile vegetable and has numerous applications both raw and cooked. Shredded Daikon radish can add crunch to a green salad or a bit of spice to a slaw. Julienned Daikon radish is commonly pickled with other vegetables such as carrots. Slice Daikon radish into rounds and bake at a very low temperature to make Daikon chips. The Japanese root vegetable can be substituted for Turnips in any recipe, and can be cubed and added to pot roasts or other meat dishes. Daikon radish can be kept up to four months in a cool environment.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Two thin slices of pickled and sun-dried Daikon radish are traditionally served at the end of a Japanese meal. In China, a tea is made from the root to aid in digestion. To rid the body of dairy build-up and toxins, Chinese herbalists would boil a mixture of Daikon and seaweed to be consumed as a tonic.
Geography/History
Daikon radish is the most produced vegetable in Japan. The Daikon radishes origins trace back to the Mediterranean and Black Sea coasts. It was approximately 1,300 years ago that the Daikon radish found a home in Japan where it was popularized nationwide during the Edo period. Daikon radish dry out shortly after being harvested. To combat this, early farmers would dig ditches called Muro, the harvested Daikon radish was buried inside under a shallow layer of dirt and straw to help retain moisture.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Mary Frese | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| Blue Water Seafood Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| 619 Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-940-6456 |
| Hapi Fish Restaurant | Encinitas CA | 760-452-7245 |
| Half Door Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-232-9845 |
| Grass Skirt | San Diego CA | 858-412-5237 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
| Prager Brothers (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-331-7332 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Pendry SD (Pool House) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Supernatural Sandwich (Miramar) | San Diego CA | 858-831-7835 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Landon's Gourmet Kitchen | San Marcos CA | 858-449-9944 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| The Holding Company | San Diego CA | 619-665-1251 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Lumi | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Saffron Thai LLC | San Diego CA | 619-574-7737 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Bean Bar | San Diego CA | 503-704-6573 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 619-450-7978 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Pala Mesa Resort | Fallbrook CA | 706-728-5881 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Fish Market Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-232-3474 |
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University District Farmers Market
Mari Farm-Taki
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesWapato, WA About 45 days ago, 5/30/20 Sharer's comments : Fresh, local, giant Daikon ready to slice! 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Gaytan Family Farms
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesRiverside CA About 149 days ago, 2/16/20 
Baiz Markets
Baiz Market - 27th Ave
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States8030 N 27th Ave Phoenix AZ 85051 602-603-1049 About 190 days ago, 1/06/20 
Super Indo Cinere depok
Near Ciputat, Banten, IndonesiaAbout 198 days ago, 12/29/19 Sharer's comments : lobak 
Nijiya Market
Nijiya Market - Post St. #333
Near San Francisco, California, United States1737 Post Street #333 San Francisco CA 94115 415-563-1901 About 368 days ago, 7/12/19 
Hayward Farmers Market
Hayward Farmers Market
Wisconsin, United StatesAbout 372 days ago, 7/08/19 Sharer's comments : Picked today. 
Takashimaya Department Store Food Hall and Market
Takashimaya Basement Food Hall
Near Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan035-361-1111 About 372 days ago, 7/07/19 Sharer's comments : Here in the basement Market in the Takashimaya building is an amazing assortment of fruits and vegetables grown in Japan. 
Albertsons
Albertson’s - Harbor Blvd
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2300-c Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626 949-515-7227 About 388 days ago, 6/21/19 
Tokyo Central
Tokyo Central
Near South Coast Metro, California, United States2975 Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626 714-751-8433 About 389 days ago, 6/21/19 
2312 Damon St, Los Angeles
Near Los Angeles, California, United StatesAbout 395 days ago, 6/15/19 Sharer's comments : “ DM Produce “ It’s located around the L.A Produce Market “ Phone: (213) 623- 1430 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 448 days ago, 4/23/19 Sharer's comments : Italian production 
NTUC FairPrice
Near Aft Blk 182, SingaporeAbout 473 days ago, 3/28/19 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 485 days ago, 3/16/19 Sharer's comments : Daikon Radish Root spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. 
Mitsuwa Marketplace
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 507 days ago, 2/22/19 Sharer's comments : Daikon Radish Root spotted at Mitsuwa Marketplace. 
Nijiya Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 515 days ago, 2/15/19 Sharer's comments : Daikon Radish Root spotted at Nijiya Market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 626 days ago, 10/27/18 Sharer's comments : Daikon Radish Root spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. |
