Spicy Japanese Daikon Pickles (Tsukemono)
Sweet, tangy, and spicy daikon radish pickles, also known as tsukemono, serve as a delightful side dish for any Japanese meal.
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Instructions
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Wash and peel the daikon, then remove its leafy green top.
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Slice the daikon into 2-inch-long pieces, then cut these into thick lengthwise slices.
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Combine sugar and vinegar for the marinade; gently heat until the sugar dissolves, then allow the mixture to cool completely.
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Stir salt, dried dashi powder, sake, and optional dried red chile peppers into the cooled marinade.
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Place the sliced daikon in a resealable container, pour the marinade over it, seal, and marinate at room temperature for one day.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
73 kcal
Carbohydrate:
17 g
Cholesterol:
0 mg
Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
0 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
649 mg
Sugar:
16 g
Fat:
0 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g