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daikon salad

Japanese Daikon Salad

While daikon radish is delicious whether simmered or stir-fried, it is also popular as a salad in Japan. In Japanese Daikon Salad, you can enjoy the crunchy texture and flavor of daikon, enhanced with traditional Japanese seasonings and toppings, creating a delightful experience.
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Prep Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 6 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 
 

Seasonings:

  • 1 tsp mirin
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp toasted white sesame seeds

Toppings:

  • 2 tsp shaved bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
  • 1 Tbsp shredded nori seaweed

Instructions
 

  • Peel daikon slightly thicker and cut it into matchstick-sized pieces.
  • In a small bowl, combine seasonings (mirin, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds), and whisk everything together.
  • Put the matchstick-sized daikon in a large bowl, pour the mixture from the small bowl over it, and toss them together.
  • Serve in bowls and top with shaved bonito flakes and shredded nori seaweed to taste.

Notes

  • You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal
Author: Ryo Hikita (Umami Pot)
Cuisine: Japanese
Category: Quick, Side Dishes, Vegetable
Keyword: daikon
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