Takuan

Takuan is a traditional Japanese pickle made from daikon radish. It is often served as a side dish with sushi or other Japanese dishes.

Ingredients - Serves 8

Peel the daikon radish and cut it into thin, even slices.
Sprinkle the salt over the daikon slices and let them sit for 1-2 hours.
Rinse the daikon slices thoroughly with cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
Place the daikon slices in a large jar or container and pour the vinegar mixture over them.
Cover the jar or container and refrigerate the takuan for at least 24 hours before serving.