Chinese Braised Daikon Radish
User Reviews
5
34 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
2 to 4
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Calories
279 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Chinese Braised Daikon Radish
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This Chinese Braised Daikon Radish dish centers on tender pieces of daikon simmered with ground meat, aromatics like ginger and green onion, and a spicy fermented bean paste called doubanjiang. The radish becomes soft and flavorful after simmering in a savory broth including soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and five-spice powder. The ground meat adds richness, making it a hearty and warming dish.
Description
Chinese Braised Daikon Radish features chunks of daikon radish braised alongside ground meat such as beef, pork, chicken, or turkey, flavored with green onions, ginger, and doubanjiang for a subtle spicy depth. The mixture is simmered in chicken stock with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine or dry sherry, sugar, and five-spice powder until the daikon is tender but still holds shape. The result is a comforting dish with a balance of umami, gentle sweetness, and warmth from the spices. It can be served as a main course or alongside steamed rice to complement the flavors.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions , chopped
- 1 teaspoon ginger , minced
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground meat (beef, pork, chicken, or turkey)
- 2 teaspoons doubanjiang (Spicy Fermented Bean Paste)
- 1 daikon radish (about 700 grams / 2 pounds)
- 2 cups chicken stock (vegetable stock, or water)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder (the homemade version works better)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste, fine sea salt
Instructions
- Heat a medium-size dutch oven (or heavy duty pot) over medium heat until hot. Add a tablespoon of oil. Add green onion and ginger. Cook for a minute to release the flavor.
- Add ground meat. Cook and stir until surface turns brown.
- Add the doubanjiang. Cook and stir until the meat is evenly coated.
- Add the radish. Cook and stir to mix well.
- Add Shaoxing wine, chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, and five spice powder. Cook over medium high heat until brought to a boil. Turn to medium low heat. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the radish turns tender. Add salt to taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or by itself.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
366g
Calories
279kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
8.4g
(3%)
Protein
35.7g
(71%)
Fat
10.8g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
3.4g
(17%)
Cholesterol
101mg
(34%)
Sodium
727mg
(30%)
Potassium
760mg
(16%)
Fiber
2.1g
(8%)
Sugar
5.7g
(11%)
Vitamin A
100IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
24.8mg
(28%)
Calcium
40mg
(4%)
Iron
21.8mg
(121%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2to 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 366g | |
| Calories | 279kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.4g | 3% |
| Protein | 35.7g | 71% |
| Fat | 10.8g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 727mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 760mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5.7g | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 24.8mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 21.8mg | 121% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Genuine Reviews
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
34 reviews
Excellent
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