16 Easy Japanese Daikon Recipes You’ll Love!

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Wondering what to make with daikon? Try these easy and flavorful Japanese daikon recipes! From crunchy salads to comforting soups, learn how to use every part of this versatile veggie.

Curious about daikon? Check out my simple guides on how to cook it and how to cut it!

6 different daikon dishes

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From Zhesty : “I navigated here after harvesting my first ever Daikon from the garden and learned SO much! Just finished eating the top 1/4 which as slightly peppery and enjoyably sweet. Definitely gets spicier towards the tip of the root. The peel wasn’t tough at all and I’m looking forward to using the rest soon as well as the gorgeous greens! Many thanks!

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1. Daikon Salad with Sesame Dressing

This Daikon Salad is a quick and easy recipe with a creamy sesame dressing. If you’re looking for a simple and delicious way to enjoy daikon, this recipe is perfect!

Daikon salad served on a plate.

2. Pickled Daikon

This Japanese Pickled Daikon Radish is an excellent side or accompaniment to any meal. It’s crunchy, sweet, and refreshing, so it’ll go well with any dish! Traditional pickles take time, but this recipe is easy and quick to make!

Japanese pickled daikon

3. Daikon Miso Soup

This Daikon Miso Soup is a hearty Japanese soup. The daikons are tender, and the dashi (soup stock) has an umami flavor that makes it rich in taste. If you love daikon and soup, this recipe is for you!

Daikon miso soup served on a bowl.

4. Pressure Cooker Vegetable Soup

Chop the vegetables, throw them in the pressure cooker, and relax while it cooks! This simple, naturally sweet Vegetable Soup is perfect for cozy winter days!

Pressure cooker vegetable soup served in a bowl.

5. Vegan Vegetable Soup (Kenchin Jiru)

Enjoy this warm Vegan Vegetable Soup (Kenchin Jiru) made with tofu and nutritious vegetables. It’s perfect for chilly days and is light, flavorful, and satisfying!

Japanese vegan vegetable soup served in a bowl.

6. Nimono Recipe with Japanese Vegetables

This Nimono recipe is a must-try if you love winter vegetables and enjoy Japanese cooking! It’s a traditional simmered dish bursting with full, flavorful richness!

Vegetable nimono in a pot.

7. Oden (Japanese Winter Stew)

When it comes to winter favorites in Japanese cooking, you can’t miss Oden! Learn how to make a tasty, simmered dish with our easy recipe!

Oden in a large pot.

8. Daikon Nimono (Simmered Daikon)

Cook daikon and atsuage (deep-fried tofu) slowly in a pot and enjoy this Daikon Nimono Recipe. It’s flavorful, tender, and so easy to break with chopsticks.

daikon nimono(Japanese simmered dish) on a plate

9. Steamed Vegetables Using a Bamboo Steamer

Enjoy the simplicity of Steamed Vegetables with this easy recipe! When you use a bamboo steamer, you’ll be greeted by the gentle aroma of bamboo. Give it a try!

Steamed vegetables in a bamboo steamer.

10. Daikon Takikomi Gohan

Craving authentic Japanese rice dishes? Give Daikon Takikomi Gohan a try! Learn to make this popular home-cooked favorite and enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal at home!

Daikon takikomi gohan served on a bowl.

11. Daikon & Lentil Curry (Vegan)

Looking for a new way to enjoy daikon radish? Try this delicious Japanese-style daikon curry with lentils. Serve it over rice for a hearty meal!

Daikon curry served in a plate.

12. Daikon Skin Stir-Fry

This simple but tasty Daikon Stir Fry only takes 10 minutes, so it’s the perfect dish if you’re looking for something quick tonight!

daikon skin cooked with shiokombu

13. Fried Daikon

Looking for a tasty side dish with Japanese daikon radish? This Fried Daikon is crispy outside with a soft juicy inside that you can’t resist!

Fried daikon with ketchup.

14. Cough Syrup with Daikon and Honey

This Homemade Cough Syrup is a whole-food remedy made from only two ingredients: daikon and honey! Are you experiencing a dry cough? If yes, give this one a try!

Honey daikon in a glass jar.

15. Daikon Oroshi

Daikon Oroshi is a Japanese condiment made by grating raw daikon radish. The refreshing taste of daikon oroshi is often served with grilled fish and tempura in Japan, as it helps break down fatty foods.

Daikon oroshi.

16. Daikon Oroshi Mochi

This Daikon Oroshi Mochi is a delicious snack made with chewy mochi rice cakes topped with refreshing grated daikon. If you’re a fan of Japanese flavors, you will love this!

Daikon oroshi mochi served on a plate.

What To Do with Daikon Leaves

Did you know you can eat daikon leaves too? Don’t toss them—try these tasty ways to use them!

  • Furikake (Rice Seasoning): One of the most popular ways to enjoy daikon leaves! Simply stir-fry chopped daikon leaves with sesame oil, soy sauce, mirin, and katsuobushi (bonito flakes, optional). Cook until the liquid evaporates, then turn off the heat and mix in toasted sesame seeds. Sprinkle over rice for a delicious, umami-packed topping!
  • Green Smoothie: Fresh daikon leaves are perfect for smoothies! Blend them with your favorite fruits for a nutritious boost!

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16 Easy Japanese Daikon Radish Recipes

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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Juri Austin
Wondering what to make with daikon? Try these easy and flavorful Japanese daikon recipes! From crunchy salads to comforting soups, learn how to use every part of this versatile veggie.
6 daikon recipes
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  • 1 Daikon radish

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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
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  1. 5 stars
    I have also been growing Daikon radishes and am wondering if they are still good to eat when they have been growing and starting to flower?

    1. Hi David, it depends. Once it flowers, the white part is covered by fibers and becomes so hard. But if you peel it thick and you might be able to get the delicious soft part. You might wanna try and see the condition of your daikon. By the way, you can eat the flower. It’s called Nanohana and popular spring vegetable in Japan. Thanks for your comment!

  2. I navigated here after harvesting my first ever Daikon from the garden and learned SO much! Just finished eating the top 1/4 which as slightly peppery and enjoyably sweet. Definitely gets spicier towards the tip of the root. The peel wasn’t tough at all and I’m looking forward to using the rest soon as well as the gorgeous greens! Many thanks!