Pickled daikon is a popular part of many Asian dishes and is just as easy to make at home as it is to buy it at the store. Packed with goodness, this is my favorite pickled daikon recipe – and a perfect way to use up white daikon radish.
To sterilize the jar, wash it well then place it in the oven to dry completely at 325ºF/160ºC (about 10-15 minutes). Remove any plastic or rubber parts from it.
Grab your daikon and clean them well. You don't have to peel them, but I like to. Then, slice into thin rounds (see note below for more info).
In a saucepan, prepare the brine. Add all the liquid ingredients and spices and boil on medium heat until the sugar dissolves – about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Remove the brine from the heat and add the sliced daikon. Allow them cool to room temperature for another 30 minutes.
Once the pickled daikon is cool, pour everything into the sterilized jar. Make sure all of the slices are covered with the brine. Refrigerate the pickles overnight before serving. The color will have turned a bright yellow.
Notes
You don't have to thinly slice the daikon. You can also chop it into cubes, cut it into matchsticks, or make thin long strips with a veggie peeler.Enjoy the yellow daikon as part of Japanese or Korean side dishes. Or to add crunch to your favorite salads and sandwiches. Check the blog post for more tips and serving recommendations!