Miso-Braised Japanese Daikon with Scallions
This umami-rich dish highlights the subtle sweetness of daikon radish, gently braised in a traditional miso broth and garnished with fresh scallions.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Daikon
- 1
Peel and Slice
Peel the daikon and slice it into 1-inch thick rounds.
- 2
Pre-cook Daikon
Pre-cook the daikon in lightly salted boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- 3
Sauté Daikon
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the daikon slices.
Preparing the Miso Broth
- 1
Mix Broth
In a separate bowl, mix the dashi, miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the miso dissolves.
- 2
Combine with Daikon
Pour the mixture over the daikon in the pot.
- 3
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Tip: Make sure the broth doesn’t come to a full boil to avoid breaking the miso paste’s delicate flavor.
- 4
Marinate Off Heat
Allow the daikon to marinate in the broth for an additional 10 minutes off the heat.
Tip: For an extra depth of flavor, marinate off the heat.
How to Make Miso-Braised Japanese Daikon with Scallions
Total time: 1 h 47 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Braised Daikon
Simmer the daikon for 45 minutes, or until tender.
- 2
Final Touch
Sprinkle chopped scallions and sesame seeds just before serving.
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