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Description/Taste
Korean radish are larger than most common radishes. They have a crisp, firm flesh that offers a relatively mild radish flavor and spice. Its thick, smooth skin is creamy white and capped with pale green shoulders. Though commonly sold with the greens removed both the root and the greens of this radish are edible. Its flesh is white with a texture and taste similar to that of the daikon radish. Unlike the carrot shaped daikon however, the Korean radish is rounded and plump with an oblong shape.
Seasons/Availability
Korean radishes are available year-round with fall and winter harvests offering the most flavorful radishes.
Current Facts
The Korean radish (Raphanus sativus), is an annual, cool season root vegetable and a member of the Brassicaceae or mustard family. Related to the daikon radish, the Korean radish is also known as Lo Bok, Mu and Moo. A hybrid variety known as tae baek was developed for a late summer to early winter growing season as the plants aren't normally productive in warm weather conditions.
Nutritional Value
The Korean radish provides dietary fiber, vitamin C, and carotene. Both the raw Korean radish and the kimchee are popularly used in Korean cuisine and are believed to be beneficial in supporting digestive health.
Applications
The Korean radish is most commonly used as an ingredient in kimchee. They are also popularly sliced thin, pickled and served as an appetizer or accompaniment to grilled meats. Its flesh is dense and crisp and stands up well to cooking. Add to soups, stews and stir-fries or slice thick and braise with pork or beef. Raw Korean radish can be thinly sliced and added to salads or bahn mi sandwiches. To store, wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate. Best used within two weeks.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Korea, this radish is favored as a major ingredient in hot Korean kimchee. This variety is also commonly used for pickling in the Far East.
Geography/History
Most popular in Korean and Japanese cuisine, Korean radishes are grown year round throughout Asia. The Korean radish thrives in cool climates and is typically ready to harvest in fifty to seventy days.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sushi Tadokoro | San Diego CA | 619-347-2792 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Happy Pantry | Carlsbad CA | 858-449-4666 |
| Lumi | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
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Kukje Super Market
Kukje Market
Near Daly City, California, United States2350 Junipero Serra Blvd Daly City CA 94015 650-992-0333 http://www.kukjesupermarket.com About 135 days ago, 2/21/20 Sharer's comments : Korean market with all the good stuff. 
Little Tokyo Market Place
Little Tokyo Marketplace
Near Los Angeles, California, United States333 S Alameda Street #100 Los Angeles CA 90013 213-617-0030 http://www.littletokyomarket.com About 155 days ago, 2/02/20 
Super King
Super King Market - Lincoln Ave
Near Altadena, California, United States2260 Lincoln Ave Altadena CA 91001 626-296-9311 https://www.superkingmarkets.com About 156 days ago, 2/01/20 
Sasoun Produce
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United States5116 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90029 323-928-2829 https://www.sasounproduce.com About 157 days ago, 1/31/20 Sharer's comments : He has it all here. 
Woori Food Market
Woori Market
Near San Francisco, California, United States1528 Filmore Street San Francisco CA 94115 415-673-9887 About 359 days ago, 7/13/19 
99 Ranch
99 Ranch Market - McKinley St
Near Corona, California, United States430 McKinley St Corona CA 92879 951-898-8899 About 372 days ago, 6/30/19 
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Golden Farm Market
Near Glendale, California, United States1010 N Glendale Ave Glendale CA 91206 818-937-9739 About 373 days ago, 6/28/19 
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Gold Fortune Supermarket
Near Cerritos, California, United States13321 Artesia Blvd Cerritos CA 90703 562-802-8888 About 379 days ago, 6/22/19 
Atlas World Fresh Market
Near Poway, California, United StatesAbout 430 days ago, 5/03/19 
99 Ranch Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 468 days ago, 3/26/19 
99 Ranch Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 479 days ago, 3/15/19 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 614 days ago, 10/30/18 Sharer's comments : Korean Radishes spotted at Specialty Produce. |
