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Daikon Radish

Inventory, 40 lbs : 19.68
This item was last sold on : 07/23/21

• 74 Featured Restaurants

• 35 Recipe Ideas

• 11 Sharess

Description/Taste

Daikon radishes widely range in size, averaging 15 to 60 centimeters in length, and shape, typically having an elongated, cylindrical appearance, but also found in round to oblong forms, depending on the variety. The skin is firm, semi-smooth, and varies from pure white to purple, green and white, to solid red. The root generally feels heavy for its size, a sign that the flesh is plump and not dried out, and is also crisp, aqueous, and dense, containing white, purple, or red hues. Daikon radishes are known for their crunchy, snap-like texture when raw and contain a mild, semi-sweet, and peppery, tangy flavor. Once cooked, the flesh softens to a consistency similar to a potato and develops a neutral flavor. In addition to the roots, Daikon radish leaves are also edible and have a pungent, green, and grassy taste.

Seasons/Availability

Daikon radishes are available year-round, with a peak season in the fall through winter.

Current Facts

Daikon radishes, botanically classified as Raphanus sativus, are a mild-flavored root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family. The name Daikon translates from Japanese to mean “great root” and is a general descriptor used to encompass over 100 different varieties varying in appearance and flavor. Daikon radishes can be grown year-round, but they are primarily considered a winter vegetable widely used in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indian, and Southeast Asian cuisine. In local markets, the radishes are commonly labeled as Daikon radish, but the roots are also known under Japanese radish, Chinese radish, Winter radish, Long White radish, and Asian radish. Daikon radishes are generally slower growing than spring radish cultivars, but the roots are highly favored for their versatility and mild, sweet, and peppery flavor.

Nutritional Value

Daikon radishes are an excellent source of vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, reduce inflammation, and boost collagen production within the skin. The roots are also a good source of potassium to balance fluid levels and contain lower amounts of phosphorus, copper, calcium, magnesium, and folate. In traditional Asian medicines, Daikon radishes are believed to provide enzymes that assist in the synthesis of starches and fats. The roots are steeped into teas and boiled with seaweed to fight infections, detox the body, and eliminate the harmful buildup within the digestive tract.

Applications

Daikon radishes have a mildly sweet and peppery flavor well suited for raw, cooked, and pickled preparations. The radish can be eaten with or without the skin, and when raw, the flesh can be thinly sliced, chopped, or cubed as a crisp side dish. In Japan, Daikon radishes are often served as a refreshing accompaniment to tempura and other deep-fried dishes as a reprieve from heavier flavors. Fresh slices are also served at the end of meals as a way to improve digestion. In addition to plain servings, Daikon radishes can be mixed into salads and coleslaws, spiralized as a noodle substitute, thinly sliced for sandwiches, layered into spring rolls, or julienned and pickled with other vegetables. Daikon radishes are popularly pickled and fermented into kimchi in Korea, a staple dish utilized as a condiment, side dish, or dip, and pickled radishes are also used as a topping in Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches. Daikon radishes can also be cooked to develop a starchy texture similar to a potato. The flesh can be sliced into stir-fries, steamed as a neutral dish, roasted into chips, simmered in soups, curries, and stews, or braised as a savory vegetable. Daikon radishes are also frequently cooked into small square cakes as a textural component to main dishes. Beyond the roots, Daikon radish leaves are edible and can be tossed into salads, sauteed as a side, or simmered into soups. Daikon radishes pair well with herbs such as coriander, mint, dill, and thyme, carrots, mushrooms, peanuts, and meats, including beef, pork, duck, poultry, and fish. Whole, uncut Daikon radishes will keep 1 to 2 weeks when wrapped in newspaper or plastic and stored in the refrigerator. Once cooked, the radish pieces will keep 3 to 7 days, and the leaves will keep up to 3 days in the fridge. Daikon radishes can also be blanched and frozen for extended use for up to one month.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Daikon radishes are one of the most cultivated vegetables in Japan and are viewed as a purifying food to detox the body and stimulate digestion. The mild radishes are frequently incorporated into everyday meals, but Daikon radishes are also used in Buddhist religious practices to cleanse the body. The Matsuchiyama Shoden Temple is a sub-temple of the Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and is one of the few Buddhist sites that accept Daikon radishes as offerings. In the main temple building, Daikon radishes are incorporated into the intricate designs seen on the walls, and there is frequently a large pile of Daikon radishes placed in front of the altar as offerings from visitors. Daikon radishes symbolize purity and are used as offerings in hopes of maintaining health. During the winter, the temple holds Daikon Matsuri, an annual event where Daikon radishes are cooked and served to visitors as a cleansing ritual. The event is a time of being thankful for health, and parishioners serve the boiled radishes to visitors as a practice to remove impurities, toxins, and prevent future disease.

Geography/History

Daikon radishes are believed to be native to the Mediterranean and coastal regions along the Black Sea. The mild roots were introduced to Asia through trade routes in ancient times and were estimated to have arrived in China sometime around 500 BCE and later in Japan. Daikon radishes became widely cultivated throughout Japan during the Edo period and were planted on farmland as a long-storing vegetable utilized during seasons of famine. Over time, Daikon radishes were intertwined into the traditional diets of many different Asian cultures, and the versatile root is still a staple ingredient found throughout Asia and Southeast Asia. Daikon radishes are also cultivated worldwide and are primarily sold through specialty grocers, select supermarkets, Asian grocers, and farmer’s markets.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

KI's	Encinitas CA	760-586-8289
AToN Center Inc.	Encinitas CA	858-759-5017
Campfire	Carlsbad CA	760-637-5121
Saiko Sushi-Coronado	Coronado CA	619-435-0868
Pascucci Pasta	San Diego CA	619-285-8000
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Great Maple Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
The Joint	San Diego CA	619-222-8272
Toast Catering	San Diego CA	858-208-9422
Mostra Coffee	San Diego CA	760-586-9916
The Crack Shack Costa Mesa	Costa Mesa CA	951-808-7790
Avant	San Diego CA	858-675-8505
Burgeon Beer Co.	San Diego CA	760-814-2548
Marriott Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-369-6029
Thai One On	Carlsbad CA	760-500-8674
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
Bang Bang 2021	San Diego CA	352-988-3742
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Ju-Ichi	San Diego CA	619-800-2203
Rollin Roots-Veggie Gang	San Diego CA	951-259-3836

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Farm Fresh Meals	San Diego CA	760-707-2383
Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.)	San Diego CA	619-962-5935
Quality Coast Inc	San Diego CA	619-734-1114
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
MishMash	San Diego CA	760-822-1097
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Raki Raki & Co.	San Diego CA	858-573-2400
Landons East Meets West	San Marcos CA	760-304-4560
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Swagyu Chop Shop-PB	San Diego CA	858-758-0357
Bali Hai Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-222-1181
Blue Water Seafood Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Las Tres Catrinas Restaurant Bar LLC	Chula Vista CA	619-240-9133
Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.)	La Jolla CA	619-808-4087
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474
The Flavor Chef (Catering)	Vista CA	619-295-3172
Pendry SD (Lion Fish)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Point Loma Seafood	San Diego CA	619-223-1109
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Great Maple La Jolla UTC	San Diego CA	858-886-7403
Grass Skirt	San Diego CA	858-412-5237
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
Monarch	Del Mar CA	619-308-6500
Wrench and Rodent	Oceanside CA	760-840-1976
Common Theory	San Diego CA	858-384-7974
Harvest Kitchen (Corp Lunch)	Vista CA	619-709-0938
Home and Away Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-886-1358
Open Gym-White Rice	San Diego CA	619-799-3675
264 Fresco (Deck Kitchen)	Carlsbad CA	760-720-3737
The Crossings	Carlsbad CA	760-444-1800
Social Tap	San Diego CA	619-398-8938
Snooze - Del Mar	San Diego CA	888-703-5300
US Grant Hotel Main	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Pour House	Oceanside CA	760-730-5944
Craft House	San Diego CA	619-948-4458
Sovereign Thai Cuisine	San Diego CA	619-887-2000
Hott Mess	San Diego CA	619-297-1866
Home & Away - Old Town	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Storyhouse Spirits	San Diego CA	801-949-5955
Mitch's Seafood	San Diego CA	619-316-7314
Supernatural Sandwich (Miramar)	San Diego CA	858-831-7835
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
Cardiff Seaside Market	Cardiff CA	760-753-5445
Pendry SD (Pool House)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Cutwater Spirits	San Diego CA	619-672-3848
The Crack Shack-Encinitas	Encinitas CA	858-735-3093
Paradise Point Resort Tidal	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill	San Diego CA	619-497-0914
Weapon LPM	San Diego CA	619-564-2618
JRDN Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-270-5736
Green Acres Campus 2020	San Diego CA	858-450-9907
Fish Market Downtown	San Diego CA	619-232-3474
Loving Hut	San Diego CA	619-855-5674

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Daikon Radish. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Edible Terrain		Crispy Daikon
Kimchimari		Korean Rice Bowl with Sashimi – Hoedeopbap
Design Sponge		Daikon Roll Ups
Your Lighter Side		Daikon Au Gratin
Inspiralized		Ginger Daikon Radish "Rice" with Gochugaru and Fried Egg
Vegan Miam		Wild Mushroom and Daikon Radish Cake
Cookie and Kate		No Noodle Pad Thai
Simply So Healthy		Low-Carb Homefries
Cooking on the Weekends		Spicy Roasted Daikon French Fry
The Woks Of Life		Spicy Meatball Banh Mi

the other 25...

Edible Terrain		Daikon and Cucumber Sunomono Salad
The Austin Gastronomist		Daikon Radish Dip
Just One Cookbook		Namasu (Daikon and Carrot Salad)
Steamy Kitchen		Chinese Daikon and Carrot Soup
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Daikon Rolls with Cilantro Pumpkin Seed Pesto
bella bonito		Spring Salad with Carrot Miso Dressing
No Bun Please		Crispy Daikon Fries
Beyond Kimchee		Apple Pear Radish Salad
Platings and Pairings		Daikon Radish Salad
Edible Terrain		Carrot and Daikon Pickle
Barefeet in the Kitchen		Overnight Daikon Radish Pickles
Food In Jars		Homemade Kimchi
Beyond Kimchee		Radish Pancake
Cooking And Beer		Breakfast Banh Mi with Bacon and Curry Aioli
Kyoyasai Kyoto		Steamed Kintoki Carrots and Tilefish
Inspiralized		Sesame-Ginger Daikon Noodle Soup with Bok Choy, Snow Peas and Shiitake Mushrooms
Tasting Table		Traditional Braised Daikon
The Woks Of Life		Turnip Cake
Edible Terrain		Faux Roe with Pickled Daikon
Umami Holiday		Korean Pickled Radishes and Jalapenos
Edible Terrain		Buckwheat Noodles with Ginger + Miso
Food 52		Miso Beef Burgers with Daikon Oroshi
Pickled Plum		Soy Daikon Bites with Melted Cheese
No Recipes		PICKLED CARROTS AND DAIKON (KOHAKU NAMASU)
E.A.T.		Daikon Radish Chips

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