KoreaThis simple marinated daikon is one of the most common banchan in Korean everyday cooking. It takes almost no effort and pairs with nearly anything — rice, soup, or grilled dishes.
Do not skip the salting step. It draws out excess moisture so the marinade doesn't become watery and the daikon stays crisp.
Korean Marinated Daikon
A refreshing Korean side dish of daikon sliced into rounds, salted to draw out moisture, then marinated in a sweet-tangy soy dressing with garlic and chili. Served cold as banchan alongside rice or grilled meats.
Key Ingredients
What you'll need
Ingredients
- 300 gSee recipes with daikon radish
daikon radish
i - 1 tsp
- 1.5 tbspSee recipes with soy sauce
soy sauce
i - 1 tbspSee recipes with rice vinegar
rice vinegar
i - 0.75 tspSee recipes with sesame oil
sesame oil
i - 1 tspSee recipes with honey or sugar
honey or sugar
i - 1See recipes with garlic clove
garlic clove, minced
i - 0.25 tspSee recipes with ground chili
ground chili
i - 0.5 tspSee recipes with sesame seeds for serving
sesame seeds for serving
i - See recipes with green onion for garnish
green onion for garnish
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How to make it
Instructions
- 1
Slice daikon into thin rounds or half-rounds. Sprinkle with salt, mix, and let sit for 15 minutes. Drain the liquid released.
- 2
Mix soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and chili in a bowl.
- 3
Add the daikon to the marinade and toss well. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 4
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion. Serve cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I substitute for daikon in a Korean recipe if it's not available at the store?
White radish or turnip work well — the texture is similar. After marinating, the flavor difference is minimal.
Why salt daikon before marinating and can this step be skipped?
Salt draws out excess moisture, keeping the daikon firm and crisp. Skipping it results in a watery marinade and soft rounds.
How many days does Korean marinated daikon keep in the refrigerator?
Up to 5 days in a sealed jar. The flavor deepens each day — it's best on day two.
Can honey be replaced with sugar in a Korean daikon marinade recipe?
Yes, 1 tsp of sugar works perfectly. Honey adds a slightly rounder sweetness and subtle caramel note, but the difference is small.
What dishes go well with Korean marinated daikon — serving ideas and pairings?
Classically served as banchan alongside rice, grilled meats, or Korean fried chicken. Also great inside rolls or as a refreshing side to spicy dishes.
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