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    Hachi Takuan pickled raddish 1kg

    Code: HA-003
    Hachi Takuan pickled raddish 1kg
    2 050 Ft / pcs
    In stock (>30 pcs)
    Delivery to:
    11/12/2025
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    • Signature Crispness: Takuan is renowned for its signature pleasingly crisp and firm texture—it’s so crunchy you can hear it!

    • Balanced Flavor Profile: Offers a delightful and complex combination of tangy (sour), sweet, and savory (umami) notes that serve as an excellent palate cleanser.

    • Traditional Japanese Staple: Named after the revered Zen monk Takuan Sōhō (16th century), this is one of the most familiar and essential pickles in traditional Japanese cuisine.

    • Aids Digestion: Traditionally consumed at the end of meals to aid digestion due to its dietary fiber content.

    • Versatile and Vibrant: Its bright yellow color instantly brightens up a plate, making it perfect for both garnishing and adding flavor.

     

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    Detailed Description

     

    Takuan is a traditional Japanese pickle made by sun-drying daikon radish to concentrate its sweetness, then pickling it in a bed of rice bran (nuka) and salt for an extended period. This process imbues the radish with its iconic crunchy texture and complex sweet-and-sour flavor.

    Commonly sliced into rounds or strips, Takuan is an indispensable accompaniment to steamed rice and is essential for building a balanced Japanese meal or bento box. This pickle is not only delicious but also low in calories and naturally aids in digestion, making it a healthy choice.

     

    Suggested Use

     

    • Side Dish (Tsukemono): Slice thinly and serve alongside steamed rice, miso soup, or grilled fish/meat (acts as an excellent palate cleanser).

    • Sushi: Cut into thin strips and used as a filling for sushi rolls (e.g., Shinkomaki).

    • Bento: A classic addition to Japanese bento boxes for color, texture, and flavor.

    • Cooking: Chop and use in stir-fries (like Takuan Fried Rice) or incorporate into salads for an added sweet crunch.

    • Korean Cuisine: Called Danmuji and used as a vital ingredient in Kimbap.