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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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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.
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Under Belly-Uptown | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Now Sushi | San Diego CA | 858-246-6179 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Ju-Ichi | San Diego CA | 619-800-2203 |
| Himitsu | La Jolla CA | 858-345-0220 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Sabuku Sushi | San Diego CA | |
| Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| Hapi Fish Restaurant | Encinitas CA | 760-452-7245 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Gamma Phi Beta | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Sushi Freak-Middle Town | San Diego CA | 619-296-2500 |
| HiroNori Ramen | San Diego CA | 619-446-9876 |
| Harney Sushi Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Raki Raki (Little Italy) | San Diego CA | 858-302-6405 |
| Regents Pizzeria | La Jolla CA | 858-550-0406 |
| Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| Under Belly-Little Italy Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
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 |
