Japanese Pickled Daikon Radish (Bettarazuke)

Name: Japanese Pickled Daikon Radish (Bettarazuke)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 300 g daikon radish; 15 g salt (5% of the weight of the daikon, non-iodized sea salt); 125 ml amazake (sweet fermented rice drink); 10 g salt (non-iodized sea salt); 20 g sugar; 1 dried red chili pepper; 5 g dried kelp (kombu) (optional for added umami)

Instructions

Prep:15min

Bettarazuke is a mildly sweet and crunchy daikon pickle originating from Tokyo. Bring its unique aroma and satisfying texture home with this easy two-day recipe!

Updated at: Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:39:23 GMT