Jul 14 2026

Daikon Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

assorted fish, crabstick, kaiware, cucumber, pickled daikon, sesame dressing

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Dressing

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Assorted Fish

    Slice the assorted fish into thin sashimi-style pieces, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Arrange them on a plate.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Crabstick

    Shred the crabstick into thin strips. You can also cut them into bite-sized pieces if preferred.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Wash the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or julienne strips, depending on your preference.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Pickled Daikon

    Cut the pickled daikon into thin strips or rounds, and set aside.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Kaiware

    Rinse the kaiware sprouts gently under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Making the Dressing

  1. 6

    Mix the Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame seeds, and honey (if using) until well combined.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 7

    Combine the Ingredients

    On a large serving platter or individual plates, arrange the sliced assorted fish, crabstick, cucumber, pickled daikon, and kaiware in an aesthetically pleasing manner.

  2. 8

    Drizzle the Dressing

    Drizzle the prepared sesame dressing over the arranged ingredients, ensuring an even distribution.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Garnish with additional sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.

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