Overnight Chinese Daikon Radish Pickles Recipe

Transform ordinary daikon radishes into an unbelievably crunchy and flavorful pickle! This easy recipe requires minimal effort and yields a salty, slightly spicy side dish perfect for adding a kick to any meal. Perfect for beginners, this recipe is ready in under an hour (plus overnight pickling time!), resulting in a vibrant and refreshing pickle that even your toddler might adore! (My 1.5-year-old loved them!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 0.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Overnight Chinese Daikon Radish Pickles

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How to Make Overnight Chinese Daikon Radish Pickles

  1. Wash and peel 1 large daikon radish (about 1 pound). Cut into 1/4-inch thick matchsticks or julienne.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the daikon with 2 tablespoons of kosher salt.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, or until 1-2 tablespoons of water have been drawn out of the daikon.
  4. Drain the daikon in a fine-mesh sieve, rinsing thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt. Press gently to remove as much water as possible.
  5. Pat the daikon dry with paper towels and return it to the mixing bowl.
  6. Add 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional). Stir gently to combine.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing crunch!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g