19 Best Daikon Radish Recipes To Awaken Your Taste Buds 

From delicious and sinful skewers to a healthy and light salad, daikon radish is the most versatile in flavors and texture. This root vegetable is a popular choice among Japanese dishes as a side or as a main ingredient in many soups and broths.

It is not only an incredibly easy vegetable to cook but also packs a plethora of health benefits!

If you haven’t tried this Asian favorite veggie yet, it’s the right time to introduce it to your kitchen and palette with these simple and delicious recipes. 

Quick Table: 19 Best Daikon Radish Recipe

Recipes	Calories Per Serving	Preparation Time
Pan fried Daikon Radish Bun	N/A	1 Hour 45 Minutes
Daikon Radish Slaw	110	10 Minutes
Keto Scalloped Daikon	427	20 Minutes
Air Fryer Daikon Fries	132	21 Minutes
Pan Fried Daikon Cake	162	55 Minutes
Daikon Bacon Radish Cake	126	9 Hour 15 Minutes
Roasted Curry Daikon Radish	110	40 Minutes
Beef and Daikon Radish Soup	132	1 Hour 35 Minutes
Daikon Radish in Miso Broth	177	1 Hour
Raw Vegan Daikon Spring Roll	145	30 Minutes
Simmered Daikon Radish with Chicken in Yuzu Sauce	222	40 Minutes
Grated Daikon Carrot Salad with Raisins	143	10 Minutes
Sanpeijiru (Japanese Salmon Soup)	418	1 Hour
Thai Fusion Veggie Noodle Salad	473	30 Minutes
Japanese Daikon Salad with Sesame Dressing	118	7 Minutes
Braised Daikon Radish	92	2 Hour 40 Minutes
Grilled Daikon Skewers with Aisoon Sauce	543	1 Hour 15 Minutes
Radish Carpaccio with Apple and Smoked Salmon	N/A	20 Minutes
Miso Butter Daikon Steak	134	15 Minutes

1. Pan-Fried Daikon Radish Bun 

Are you looking to sneak a healthy amount of veggies into your meals? Then this pan-fried daikon radish bun is the one to whip up.

Loaded with vegetables like mushroom, tofu, carrots, green onion, and of course, daikon radish– this bun is soft, bouncy, and crispy at the same time while oozing with flavors coming from 5-spice, ground white pepper, sesame oil, soy sauce, and mushroom seasoning.

These buns are a perfect family dinner recipe or make for excellent appetizers during family lunches. 

Serve these vegan buns fresh with a side of Lao Gan Ma and soy sauce. This recipe is simple, and the buns stay fresh for a day or two, making for a perfect food fix in between a hectic week! 

Calories Per Serving: N/A

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes 

2. Daikon Radish Slaw

Peppery, sweet, and crisp– This Daikon Radish slaw is all that and is a dish you can stir up in a couple of minutes.

Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish or a topping for your burgers, sandwiches, or hot dogs, this slaw will come to your aid. It is a perfect recipe for family barbecue Sundays or an intimate get-together. 

The main difference between this recipe and traditional coleslaw is the peppery flavor from the radish. Dress this salad in mayonnaise, crushed garlic, dijon mustard, and lemon juice that ensure a treat to your taste buds and guests! 

Calories Per Serving: 110 

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes 

3. Keto Scalloped Daikon 

Are you looking for a less starchy or a healthier alternative to potatoes? Or on a keto diet that doesn’t allow potatoes? Then look no further because daikon radishes make an excellent substitute for potatoes. 

One such dish on the list is this keto scalloped daikon or scalloped faux potato recipe. It makes for a fantastic and unique side with your ham, salmon, or sausages.

The texture, of course, might vary a little, but the taste is remarkably similar. You can serve it for dinner or charm your friends with a new take on potatoes at house parties! 

Calories Per Serving: 427

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes

4. Air Fryer Daikon Fries 

If you crave fries but stop yourself from eating them because of how calorie dense they are, here is a healthy yet yummy alternative for you to try that can seriously get you hooked!

These air fryer daikon fries are simple to make and will save you from guilt after you dig into them.

All you need to make these fries are some daikon radishes that are firm and clean, olive oil, salt, and pepper. You can also use cajun or paprika seasoning on top if you’re looking for something spicier.

The best part about these fries is that if you have leftovers, you can chop them up and use them as toppings on salads or soups. Healthy and versatile? It seems like a perfect healthy snack for the family! 

Calories Per Serving: 132

Preparation Time: 21 Minutes 

5. Pan Fried Daikon Cake 

We all love a good fusion dish wherein different cultures and ingredients blend into one deliciously perfect recipe.

This Pan fried Daikon cake is one such savory dish that brings an Asian spin to a latke recipe.

However, this recipe is quite different from the other daikon radish recipes as it celebrates the bitter notes of its flavor while adding a kick of spice. 

These crispy cakes will make an excellent appetizer during dinner parties wherein you’re the host and chef but also make for a great dinner alternative on days you want to go for something small and light.

Serve these cakes with a side of soy sauce, hot sauce, chili oil, or even jam (it’ll help balance the bitterness and spice). 

Calories Per Serving: 162

Preparation Time: 55 Minutes 

6. Daikon Bacon Radish Cake 

Yes, we know you’re skeptical about this dish because of the enormous preparation time, but honestly, 8 hours of it is just resting time before you can serve and savor this dish.

The daikon bacon radish cake, also known as Lo Bak Go, is a Chinese origin dish. However, the original recipe calls for pork liver, which most of us might not be of preference because of the intense meat flavor.

The next best substitute, of course, is bacon! This recipe’s smoked, sweet, and tender flavors make these cakes stand out from the traditional ones. 

It makes for a perfect dish to serve with your tea or breakfast as it’s low in calories and packed with good nutrients!

Another great thing about this recipe is that you can freeze the steamed cakes for about two months in the fridge and pan-frying them in batches! 

Calories Per Serving: 126

Preparation Time: 9 Hours 15 Minutes 

7. Roasted Curry Daikon Radish 

If you’re looking for an appetizer with a good kick of spice, this roasted curry daikon radish is worth a try. This recipe is an excellent substitute for oven-roasted potatoes and is just as tasty.

It’s crunchy, peppery, spicy, and fresh, making it a perfect addition to your menu for brunch parties, kid birthday parties, or even a fancy dinner! 

To make this recipe, make sure you have handy daikon radish, Thai chili peppers, olive oil, curry powder, granulated onion, garlic, and lemon. Garnish with parsley and green onion before serving it hot. 

Calories Per Serving: 110

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes 

8. Beef And Daikon Radish Soup

A warm, comforting meal that hits too close to a home perfectly describes this Korean beef and daikon radish soup traditionally called Soegogi-muguk. 

To make this soup, you’ll need side fish sauce, soy sauce, daikon radish, garlic, green onion, and chuck beef. This recipe requires patient simmering as it helps beef get tender and ooze deep flavor.

Serve this soup on a cold night with some rice (preferably jasmine rice) on the side, and watch it warm everyone in the room right up! It’s a perfect intimate dinner meal to have with your family. 

Calories Per Serving: 132

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 35 Minutes 

9. Daikon Radish In Miso Broth

This recipe of daikon radish in miso broth is a braised radish recipe that is a perfect healthy yet delicious fix for lunch or dinner, especially during the cooler months when daikons are the juiciest and sweet. 

One tip for this recipe is to ensure you’re using a radish with no grey spots, as it might taste bitter when braised.

This dish tastes mild, umami, sweet, and slightly nutty, featuring ingredients like daikon radish, white miso paste, minced ginger, light soy sauce, mirin, organic cane sugar, and Chinese cooking wine, Garnish this dish with scallions on top, and use sriracha as a dipping sauce for a kick of spice! 

Calories Per Serving: 177

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 

10. Raw Vegan Daikon Spring Roll 

Spring rolls are easily the tastiest way to get to eat some veggies! These raw vegan daikon spring rolls are rich in nutrients, juicy, and delicious.

You might think radish might be one of the fillings, and here’s where you’re mistaken. This recipe uses thinly sliced daikon radish instead of rice paper for wrapping. It adds a layer of peppery and juicy flavor to the spring rolls. 

Some of the veggies you could use for these spring rolls are cabbage, carrot, avocado, broccoli, and scallion. Also, use chopped cashews and spicy sprouts for added crunch and flavor.

Within this recipe is a delicious almond satay dipping sauce that you can whip up quickly. You can also dip these spring rolls in soy sauce or chili oil. It’s perfect for snacktime rendezvous or high tea parties with your friends! 

Calories Per Serving: 145

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes 

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11. Simmered Daikon Radish With Chicken In Yuzu Sauce

This simmered daikon radish with chicken in yuzu sauce recipe is undoubtedly one of the most healthy pot meals ever. It’s savory, mild, and sweet, with a citrus flavor peeking through. 

To make this recipe, you’ll need daikon radish, chicken thigh, arrowroot starch, avocado oil, grated ginger, chicken or vegetable stock, yuzu juice, coconut aminos, and bulb scallions.

If you don’t have yuzu juice, you can always substitute equal parts lemon and lime juice with a touch of orange or grapefruit juice. Serve this dish with fried rice or kimchi for healthy dinner parties with intimate family or elaborate weekend lunch! 

Calories Per Serving: 222

Preparation Time: 40 Minutes 

12. Grated Daikon Carrot Salad With Raisins 

If you’re looking for a quick fix for dinner or want a flavourful side with your main dishes, this grated daikon carrot salad with raisins is the way to go.

This dish takes just a couple of minutes to whip up and is full of flavors ranging from salty and sweet to peppery and sour. 

This recipe features fresh Daikon radish, carrots, plump raisins, lemon juice, cilantro, and olive oil and tastes best when served alongside soup or even steak.

It’s crispy, flavorful, and a must-try, especially during winters when we’re hunting for flavors to awaken our taste buds! 

Calories Per Serving: 143

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes 

13. Sanpeijiru (Japanese Salmon Soup)

A native dish from Hokkaido, Japan– this Japanese salmon soup, also called sanpeijiru, is a salt-flavored soup with a plethora of ingredients like daikon radish,  potatoes, carrot, and Negi (leeks/scallion) cooked in kombu dashi broth. 

If you’re open to experimenting with different flavors and cuisines, this soup is worth a try. It’s mild, slightly fishy, rich in nutrients, and doesn’t get too overwhelming for a beginner as its ingredients are not too complicated.

So enjoy this soup with the family on a cold winter night. 

Calories Per Serving: 418

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 

14. Thai Fusion Veggie Noodle Salad 

While noodles are deliciously indulgent, we can’t help but feel guilty after digging into a big bowl of it and wish we went for the “salad” instead. However, this recipe will stop that guilt because it’s a delicious and innovative fusion of both.

Enriched with an array of veggies ranging from daikon, cucumber, romaine lettuce, and carrots to bell peppers, red cabbage, cilantro, and green onions, this salad is a winner in terms of being nutrient rich!

This noodle salad makes for a great lunch during intimate get-togethers or a free Sunday afternoon with the family. This dish is best served fresh and savored right after, as the leftovers don’t keep well for long. 

Calories Per Serving: 473

Preparation Time: 30 Minutes 

15. Japanese Daikon Salad With Sesame Dressing

Possibly the easiest and quickest daikon dish, this Japanese salad is creamy, flavourful, and crunchy. With flavors of seaweed (nori) and a creamy sesame dressing, this salad has a dominant taste of sesame seeds with a hint of sweetness from the daikon. 

The recipe calls for sprouts with the shredded daikon; however, you can also use other greens such as lettuce, mizuna, baby leaf, or shiso. It is a perfect salad to make as a side during lunchtime or for an early, light dinner with the family. 

Calories Per Serving: 118

Preparation Time: 7 Minutes 

16. Braised Daikon Radish 

Braised Daikon Radish, traditionally known as Daikon nimono, is a Japanese side dish that is usually a part of home-cooked lunches or bento boxes.

It is one of the various dishes served during meals and is generally eaten with rice or other side dishes. It makes for a perfect side for lunch boxes *make bento boxes and watch your life become more aesthetic!* 

This process takes a tad long because the sauce has to be wholly absorbed by the daikon. However, this dish can be stored for up to four days. A pro tip? It tastes way better and is flavourful the day after you make it.

Calories Per Serving: 92

Preparation Time: 2 Hours 40 Minutes 

17. Grilled Daikon Skewers With Aisoon Sauce

Let’s face it, skewers have always been a meaty delight, but here’s a dish that will make the meat lovers put aside the meat and dig into the thick slices of daikon radish instead! 

The skewers are dressed in a soy-based sauce, speckled with Korean chile flakes and sesame seeds, are highly inspired by Korean cuisine, and hit the right flavor notes between sweet and spicy.

These skewers are perfect for winter family dinners or casual brunches.

Calories Per Serving: 543

Preparation Time: 1 Hour 15 Minutes 

18. Radish Carpaccio With Apple And Smoked Salmon 

Are you looking for a fancy entree to impress important guests coming for dinner? Ditch the usuals and try the radish carpaccio with apple and smoked salmon instead.

The dish looks dainty and elegant but ensures a burst of flavors from various ingredients like ACV, apples, smoked salmon, hazelnuts, daikon radish, maple syrup, shallot, radish, and creme fraiche! Phew, quite a list, but the recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes. 

Serve the daikon slices with the apple dressing on top. Make rosettes out of the smoked salmon to make the dish look straight out of a master chef’s kitchen! 

Calories Per Serving: N/A

Preparation Time: 20 Minutes 

19. Miso Butter Daikon Steak

Fancy a steak dinner that’s incredibly easy and low-calorie? This Asian fusion- miso butter daikon steak with flavors of soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, miso, and garlic will tingle your taste buds and make you return for more. 

Serve this recipe with rice, tofu, and a vegetable side dish. It makes the perfect dinner recipe on nights you want to keep it simple and light and experiment with something fancy.

This dish also offers an excellent main course during intimate dinners with family or friends. 

Calories Per Serving: 134

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes 

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Daikon Radish? 

Daikon is a winter radish native to East Asia. Daikon means big root in Japanese, and daikon radishes can weigh between 1-2 kilo grams based on their size. It has an earthy flavor and can be eaten raw, cooked, braised, or roasted. 

It is mainly used in Japanese and Korean cuisines. However, it’s also common in other cuisines like Indian, Chinese, and other southeast Asian cooking. 

How Does Daikon Radish Taste? 

Daikon has distinct flavors according to the part of the radish you use. The upper part has a sweet, juicy, and crunchy texture, while the middle part combines sweet and peppery. The ends taste peppery, while the leaves taste slightly peppery and bitter. 

What Are The Health Benefits Of Daikon Radish? 

Daikon Radish is known popularly for its various health benefits. Due to its high water content of about 95 percent, it is a good source of potassium and is rich in vitamin C, which helps keep your immune system strong.

It is also rich in digestive enzymes that help break down food and facilitate good digestion; hence it’s often eaten with meat or greasy foods. In addition, daikon leaves are rich in vitamin C and calcium. Time to go and shop for it at your nearest Asian grocery store! 

Who Should Avoid Daikon Radish? 

Although presumably safe, daikon radish isn’t recommended for people with gallstones. Pregnant and breastfeeding women are also advised to steer clear of this vegetable. People consuming anti-migraine and blood pressure drugs should also be wary of this vegetable as it holds the same property.