Yuzu Daikon, a Japanese pickle combining daikon radish and yuzu citrus, offers not only a visually appealing but also a uniquely fresh flavor. With each bite, you can enjoy its delightful aroma and texture, leaving you craving more.
1yuzu(to extract the following amounts of juice and zest)
- 1Tbspyuzu juice
- 0.18ozyuzu zest
½chili pepper(optional)
3 ½Tbspsugar
1tspsalt
2Tbsprice vinegar
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Instructions
Peel daikon and cut it into sticks about ⅖-inch (1cm) square. Sprinkle them with salt, rub the salt in, and let them sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out any excess water.
Cut yuzu in half and squeeze out its juice. Remove the pith thoroughly from the back of the peel, and cut the zest into thin strips. Deseed the chili pepper and slice into rounds.
Put all the ingredients (daikon sticks, yuzu juice, yuzu zest, chili pepper, sugar, salt, and rice vinegar) in a plastic bag and mix them together. Place the bag in the refrigerator and let the flavors soak for about half a day.
Notes
You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 58kcal
Author: Ryo Hikita (Umami Pot)
Cuisine: Japanese
Category: Pickles, Traditional, Vegan, Vegetable
Keyword: daikon, yuzu
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