Name: Daikon Radish Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 Cups
Cuisine: American

January 29, 2026

Crunchy, tangy, and a little sweet, these daikon radish pickles are the kind of refrigerator staple that makes everything you eat taste brighter. Ready in just a day, they bring a crisp contrast to spicy dishes and a burst of flavor to grain bowls, sandwiches, and salads.

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Daikon Radish Pickles

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Instructions

Place garlic, ginger, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, and peppercorns in the bottom of a 32-ounce jar (or two 16-ounce jars).

Peel and cut daikon radish into thin sticks or disks. Pack into jars.

In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, honey, salt, and turmeric. Bring to a boil and stir until dissolved.

Pour the hot brine over the radish to cover completely. Let cool, seal, and refrigerate at least 24 hours before eating.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Radish Slice Perfection 🔪
Use a mandoline or sharp knife to cut daikon into uniform, thin slices (1/8 inch thick) to ensure even pickling and consistent crunch.
Brine Balancing Act 🧂
Taste your pickling liquid before adding radishes and adjust the salt-to-sweet ratio to achieve the perfect tangy-sweet balance unique to your palate.
Ginger Infusion Technique 🌶️
Grate fresh ginger instead of chopping to release more essential oils and create a more intense, complex flavor profile in your pickle brine.
Quick Pickle Cooling 🧊
Allow the pickling liquid to cool to room temperature before pouring over daikon to maintain the radish's crisp texture and prevent over-softening.
Storage Secret 🥒
Store pickles in a clean, airtight glass jar and they'll stay crisp and flavorful for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, with flavors deepening over time.

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