Chinese Quick Pickled Radish Salad with Garlic
Crisp, tangy, and packed with aromatic zest, this Chinese Quick Pickled Radish Salad with Garlic offers a mouthwatering balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Featuring daikon radish as the star ingredient, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 15 minutes of preparation and no cooking, making it a perfect addition to your weeknight meals or casual gatherings. Infused with the robust aroma of fresh garlic, a splash of rice vinegar, and a drizzle of sesame oil, this salad gets an extra kick from red chili flakes and a touch of soy sauce for umami depth. Garnished with scallions, it’s a visually appealing and wonderfully refreshing side dish, ideal for pairing with stir-fried dishes, grilled meats, or even as a palate-cleansing appetizer. Refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld, and enjoy this crunchy, flavor-packed delight cold!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams daikon radish
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 stalk scallion
Instructions
Peel and wash the daikon radish. Slice it into thin matchstick-sized pieces or use a mandolin for even cuts.
Place the radish slices into a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, toss to coat, and let it sit for 10 minutes. This will help draw out excess moisture and enhance crunchiness.
While the radish is resting, peel and finely mince 3 garlic cloves.
In a small mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1.5 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 0.5 teaspoons of red chili flakes. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Drain the liquid that has been released from the radish and gently squeeze out any excess moisture. Return the radish to the bowl.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the radish and toss until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the minced garlic over the radish and mix gently to distribute the flavor evenly.
Finely slice 1 scallion and add it as garnish on top of the salad.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the radish salad to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the pickled radish salad cold as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.5 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 4079 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1249 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
