Korean Pink Pickled Radish
Korean pickled radish with a vibrant pink hue, sweet-tangy flavor, and crisp texture! This easy recipe uses a simple brine and natural beet dye for a colorful, refreshing side dish. Perfect with Korean fried chicken, BBQ, or spicy noodles.
Ingredients
- 1-1/3 lb (600g) Korean radish or daikon
- 2 oz (60g) beet
- 1-1/2 cup (360ml) water
- 2/3 cup (130g) sugar
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 2/3 cup (160ml) white vinegar
Instructions
- Peel the radish and cut it into sticks measuring about 1.5x0.5 inches (4x1 cm). Peel and slice the beet into slightly smaller pieces, then add both to a glass jar.
- Combine water, sugar, and salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. Lower the heat, add vinegar, and simmer for 1 minute.
- Pour the hot brine over the radish and beet in the jar. Let it cool for 1 hour, then close the lid and refrigerate for 24 hours. The pink color will become more vibrant as it sits.
- Note: Pink pickled radish keeps well in the fridge, making it a handy side dish. Store it in an airtight container, and it will last up to 2 weeks. While it may lose some crunch over time, the flavor remains delicious. For the best taste and texture, enjoy it within the first week.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 20 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 43kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Sodium | 354mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.