Daikon Radish Pickles

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.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 3 Cups

Calories: 104 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 cup - water
1 cup - apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
3 tablespoons - honey or sugar
2 teaspoons - salt
1 tsp - turmeric
1 - daikon radish
1 tsp - black peppercorns
1 tsp - red pepper flakes
1 - bay leaf
1 slice - fresh ginger
2 cloves - garlic

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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