Pickled Carrot and Daikon

Name: Pickled Carrot and Daikon
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 4 medium carrots, julienned; 1 lb daikon radish, julienned; 2 tsp salt; 1 cup distilled white vinegar (or rice vinegar); 6 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 cup warm water

The essential Vietnamese do chua: tangy, lightly sweet pickled carrot and daikon matchsticks that are a must-have condiment for banh mi, rice dishes, and spring rolls. Plan ahead: pickle for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.

15 minEasyServes 840 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 medium carrots, julienned
1 lb daikon radish, julienned
2 tsp salt
1 cup distilled white vinegar (or rice vinegar)
6 tbsp granulated sugar
1 cup warm water

Instructions

1

Julienne 4 medium julienned carrots and 1 lb julienned daikon radish into matchsticks about 2 inches long and 1/8 inch thick.
2

Place the matchsticks in a large bowl and sprinkle with 2 tsp salt. Toss and let sit for 10 minutes until slightly wilted. Rinse thoroughly under cold water and squeeze out excess moisture. Pat dry.
3

In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup distilled white vinegar (or rice vinegar), 6 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1 cup warm water until the sugar is completely dissolved.
4

Transfer the vegetables to a clean jar or container. Pour the pickling brine over them, pressing the vegetables down so they are submerged.
5

Let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving. For best flavor, refrigerate overnight. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Questions

How long does Pickled Carrot and Daikon take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, overnight, or about 8 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Why pat it dry first in Pickled Carrot and Daikon?

Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 2 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

Is Pickled Carrot and Daikon keto-friendly?

A serving of Pickled Carrot and Daikon carries 8 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many calories are in Pickled Carrot and Daikon?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 40 calories, with 1 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 1 g fat, plus 50 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Pickled Carrot and Daikon ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Sugar and vinegar are preservatives: in a clean sealed jar, Pickled Carrot and Daikon keeps two to three weeks refrigerated. There is no need to freeze it.

Serve it with

Caramel Braised Pork and Eggs main
Vit Lon starter
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes main

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