The following is a summary of three "daikon recipes" that the En-En-Koku editorial staff actually tried making and found delicious. The recipes are "Daikon and Shirasu with Sesame Vinegar," "Daikon with Mentaiko Mayo Salad," and "Oysters and Daikon Stewed with Sweet and Spicy Sauce. Click on each recipe name to go to the detailed article page.

Vinegared radish and baby sardine with sesame paste

Here is a recipe for " Daikon rad ish and baby sardine with sesame vinegar. The crispy and juicy texture of daikon radish is combined with the umami of baby sardines and the savory flavor of sesame seeds to create a deep taste. Vinegar enhances the savory flavor and gives the dish a refreshing aftertaste.

Daikon with Mentaiko Mayo Salad

Here is a recipe for "Daikon with Mentaiko Mayonnaise Salad. The freshness of the crispy daikon, the umami and spiciness of mentaiko (spicy cod roe), and the mildness of mayonnaise create a well-balanced flavor. If you squeeze the daikon thoroughly, it will not become watery even after a long time.

Simmered Oysters and Daikon Radish with Sweet and Spicy Sauce

Here is a recipe for simmered oysters and radish with sweet and spicy sauce. Plump and crunchy oysters and moist and juicy daikon radish are seasoned in a soy sauce-based Japanese style. The daikon is pre-cooked in the microwave to shorten the cooking time. If you let it sit for a little while after cooking, the flavors will soak in and the dish will taste even better.