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Pronounced ki-WAHR-ay, Kaiware sprouts consist of thin white stems capped with petite vibrant green leaves. These delicate sprouts have a crunchy texture and pack a peppery bite, similar to that of the full grown daikon radish. Around the third day of sprouting the roots will have tiny hairs on them, these hairs are often mistaken for mold but are actually part of the sprout and will collapse against the sprout once washed.
Kaiware sprouts are available year-round.
A member of the Brassicaceae or mustard family, Kaiware sprouts also known as daikon radish sprouts are the three to six day old shoots of the white daikon radish.
Kaiware sprouts are rich in glucoraphenin and other enzymes which studies have shown have anti-cancer properties.
Kaiware sprouts are perfect for adding texture and a peppery kick to a variety of different preparations. Add to meat and veggie sandwiches or wraps. Use in fresh summer rolls or spring rolls. Their slightly spicy flavor complements sushi rolls and sashimi. Serve atop soups and stir-fries.
Kaiware sprouts have long been a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine.
Kaiware sprouts are easy to grow needing only water, light and a container in which to sprout them.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Recipes that include Kaiware Sprouts. One
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Someone shared Kaiware Sprouts using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
| Fuji Natural Foods |
Description/Taste
Pronounced ki-WAHR-ay, Kaiware sprouts consist of thin white stems capped with petite vibrant green leaves. These delicate sprouts have a crunchy texture and pack a peppery bite, similar to that of the full grown daikon radish. Around the third day of sprouting the roots will have tiny hairs on them, these hairs are often mistaken for mold but are actually part of the sprout and will collapse against the sprout once washed.
Seasons/Availability
Kaiware sprouts are available year-round.
Current Facts
A member of the Brassicaceae or mustard family, Kaiware sprouts also known as daikon radish sprouts are the three to six day old shoots of the white daikon radish.
Nutritional Value
Kaiware sprouts are rich in glucoraphenin and other enzymes which studies have shown have anti-cancer properties.
Applications
Kaiware sprouts are perfect for adding texture and a peppery kick to a variety of different preparations. Add to meat and veggie sandwiches or wraps. Use in fresh summer rolls or spring rolls. Their slightly spicy flavor complements sushi rolls and sashimi. Serve atop soups and stir-fries.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Kaiware sprouts have long been a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine.
Geography/History
Kaiware sprouts are easy to grow needing only water, light and a container in which to sprout them.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sushi Freak-Middle Town | San Diego CA | 619-296-2500 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Parakeet Cafe- Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-297-0235 |
| Now Sushi | San Diego CA | 480-429-6666 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Parakeet Cafe Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-297-0235 |
| Sabuku Sushi | San Diego CA | 619-281-9700 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Himitsu | La Jolla CA | 858-345-0220 |
| Lumi | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Under Belly-Little Italy Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| HiroNori Ramen | San Diego CA | 619-241-2856 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar | San Diego CA | 619-840-7000 |
| Hapi Fish Restaurant | Encinitas CA | 760-452-7245 |
| Parakeet Cafe La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-578-1040 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-707-7016 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Kaiware Sprouts. One
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easiest, three is harder.| Gourmet Sleuth |
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Blackened Ahi with Soy Mustard Sauce |
| Gourmet Sleuth |
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Spicy Tuna Tartare |
Recently Shared
Someone shared Kaiware Sprouts using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Mitsuwa Marketplace
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 496 days ago, 2/22/19 Sharer's comments : Kaiware Sprouts spotted at Mitsuwa Marketplace. |
