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Boiled Daikon Radish

Tender rounds of daikon radish simmered in a savory broth with soy sauce and mirin. A comforting and traditional side dish.

55 minEasyServes 460 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs daikon radish, thickly sliced
  • 2 tbsp uncooked white rice
  • 3 cups dashi stock
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 lbs thickly sliced daikon radish and 2 tbsp uncooked white rice in a pot and cover with cold water.

  2. 2

    Boil for 20 minutes until partially tender, then drain and rinse daikon radish.

  3. 3

    In a clean pot, combine 3 cups dashi stock, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp sugar.

  4. 4

    Add rinsed daikon radish and simmer for 20 minutes until completely tender.

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Questions

What should Boiled Daikon Radish look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until partially tender. Step 4: cook until completely tender.

What can I use instead of dashi in Boiled Daikon Radish?

The entry for Boiled Daikon Radish calls for 3 cups dashi stock. In its place: Light chicken or vegetable stock with a splash of soy sauce works. For something closer, steep a piece of kombu or a few dried shiitake in hot water for 20 minutes.

Can I make Boiled Daikon Radish gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Boiled Daikon Radish is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Boiled Daikon Radish keto-friendly?

A serving of Boiled Daikon Radish carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

Does Boiled Daikon Radish contain soy?

Yes: 2 tbsp soy sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Boiled Daikon Radish?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 60 calories, with 2 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Boiled Daikon Radish keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Boiled Daikon Radish within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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