Pickled radish (Chicken-mu: 치킨무)

If you've ever ordered Korean fried chicken at a restaurant before, you might have been served this pickled radish, called chicken-mu. Tiny cold radish cubes, pickled in sweet, sour, and just a little salty brine is very refreshing when paired with super crispy Korean fried or roasted chicken...

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine sugar, vinegar, kosher salt, and water in a large bowl and mix well until salt and sugar are well dissolved.

Step 2

Add the radish and stir a few times and transfer to an airtight container or a glass jar. Keep in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 3

Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.