Korean Pickled Radish (Chicken-Mu)
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Korean Pickled Radish (Chicken-Mu)
Description
Korean Pickled Radish (Chicken-Mu) relies on fresh daikon radish cut into quarters-inch cubes as the main ingredient. These are immersed in a mixture of granulated sugar, white vinegar, filtered water, and salt. The sugar and salt dissolve fully to create a crisp, sweet, and tangy pickling liquid that permeates the radish over time.
The method involves simple preparation and an extended refrigeration period of at least eight hours, allowing the radish to absorb the flavors and mellow its raw edge. The texture remains crisp but with a slight softness from the pickling, resulting in a refreshing condiment that complements various Korean dishes.
This pickled radish is practical to prepare in advance and keep in sealed mason jars in the refrigerator, making it a convenient, flavorful side. The notes indicate nutritional values are based on storing two 16 fl oz jars, hinting at the recipe's yield and storage container size.
Ingredients
- 460 g daikon radish
- 150 g granulated sugar white
- 165 g white vinegar
- 165 g water filtered
- 2.6 .6 g salt
Instructions
- Clean the daikon radish, peel, and cut it into ¼ inch cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, vinegar, water, and salt. Whisk until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
- Pour the liquid into the mason jars with daikon radish cubes until it covers the radish completely. Seal with the lid.
- Place the jars in the fridge and pickle for at least 8 hours, then serve when pickled enough to your liking.
Notes
- Use filtered water for the pickling brine to ensure a clean flavor.
- Pickle the radish cubes for at least 8 hours in the refrigerator for optimal flavor absorption.
- Store the pickled radish in sealed mason jars and consume within a reasonable time to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 216 fl oz glass jars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3465 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 346.5kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 84.45g | 28% |
| Protein | 1.38g | 3% |
| Fat | 0.23g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.07g | 0% |
| Sodium | 558.68mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 525.36mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3.68g | 15% |
| Sugar | 80.63g | 161% |
| Vitamin C | 50.6mg | 56% |
| Calcium | 70.58mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.99mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.